Let’s get your Home Winter Ready!
Although snowfall is still a few weeks away, it’s time to give your home, and probably your biggest investment, some love before winter. Connecticut winters can be harsh on a home, so here are some tips to ensure your house is in tip-top shape come spring! Of course, we are going to talk about your […]
Prepping your Gardens for Winter
Did you ever wonder why some flower and vegetable gardens thrive in spring and others struggle? Much of it comes down to what the gardener did to prep the beds before winter set in. Here are some tried and true tips to help your Connecticut vegetable and flower gardens have the best chance come April […]
Hard Water, Plumbing and You
Hard water is a fairly common occurrence in Connecticut homes. According to the US Geological Survey the scientific definition of hard water is water that is high in dissolved minerals, largely calcium and magnesium. A tell-tale sign you have hard water is the evidence of dreaded soap scum. Because calcium is already high in “hard […]
Propane Safety Tips from Baribault Fuel
There’s a reason Connecticut cooks prefer propane– it’s efficient, runs clean, burns better and hotter and in most cases is more affordable than its counterpart electricity. And with our weather – the ability to use your stove when there is a power outage is a huge plus! With all the perks of using propane for […]
Let’s get your A/C Ready for Summer!
The dog days of summer in Northwest Connecticut are right around the corner, and no one wants to be caught off guard with an air conditioning system that doesn’t work efficiently the first time the thermometer hits 90! It’s time for your Annual A/C maintenance day – a few simple steps to ensure your unit […]
How to Avoid Condensation in your Oil Tank
Spring has arrived in Connecticut and summer will be here before you know it which means it’s time to give your furnace a break after all the hard work it did during the winter months. Although we are all excited for warmer weather and lower fuel oil bills, there are a few things you should […]
How to Conserve Fuel Oil Usage
With the recent spike in oil prices not only here in Connecticut, but throughout the nation we thought it was the perfect time to share how to best conserve on oil usage. Following are some tried and true tips. As always, if you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out to our professional team […]
Spring Cleaning & Maintenance for your Outdoor Living Space
Now that spring fever is in the air, many of us are getting our outdoor spaces ready for entertaining and dining. If you have an outdoor firepit table, gas grill and/or outdoor gas fireplace that hasn’t been used since last fall – it’s time to do some maintenance before you invite the neighbors over for […]
Tips on How to Maintain your Gas Fireplace
Many people are opting to forgo traditional wood burning fireplaces with cleaner gas burning ones on the idea they are “maintenance free”. Yes, you don’t have the messy wood piles, and ash to clean out after every use, but there are some key maintenance protocols you should follow to ensure your safety and the longevity […]
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning– Know and Recognize the Danger Signs
Winter is still looming here in the Northeast and so are incidents of Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning. CO is a highly poisonous and deadly gas produced by burning fuels such as natural gas, charcoal, gasoline and even wood. Dangerous levels of CO can occur in your home when appliances aren’t properly maintained and/or are used […]