Winter Plumbing Tips!

 

SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

631-447-5252

The winter weather bring on a variety of problems!  Freezing temperatures, snow and ice can can major issues on your plumbing system.  We've provides you will a list of precautionary steps that can be taken to prevent plumbing tragedies from occurring.

• Make sure the filters for your oil burner and furnace have been clean or replaced.
• Insulate all exposed pipes to prevent from freezing.
• Insulate other areas that may allow cold icy wind to blow on pipes.
• Remove and drain all hose bibs.
• It's best to use pipe wrap and heat tape in other areas prone to cold.
•  Install a pressure reducing valve if your home has 70 lbs. per square inch or more.
• It's best to replace your hot water heater after 10 years of use.
• Know where the main water valve is located within your home.  This is important for any future emergencies.
• Have a plumbers contact information available in case of an emergency.
• Install inexpensive water alarms next to pipes.
• Replace washing machines hoses

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Tourism Industry Remains Healthy!

 

SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

631-447-5252

Margaret Markey Chairwoman of the Assembly Committee on Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development, presided over a public hearing to discuss the redevelopment of New York’s “I Love New York” brand and its influence on the state’s economy. 


New York’s tourism industry is very important to the state’s income and also to its economy.  Last year the tourism industry sustained 700,000 jobs statewide.  New York welcomed 76.2 million visitors resulting in $54 billion in direct tourism spending and about $7 billion in state and local tax revenue in 2011, an 8.3 percent growth since 2010.  A growth in the revenue also led to a growth in tourism related employment, creating jobs is as important as it has ever been, and tourism remains the fifth largest employer in the United States.  Gov. Andrew Cuomo proposed a $5 million advertising competition for the best regional marketing plans to create incentive in the counties to work together to create a cohesive environment.  

One of the programs proposes and $800,000 public relations campaign that will increase and effectively utilize the use of social media and improvements to the “I Love New York” Web site with the continuation of the public service announcement series “I Love New York travel tips.”  Markey focused on the affect of Hurricane Sandy on tourism and especially the state parks in Long Island. The 2012-13 budget allotted $94 million to state parks for infrastructure repairs.  The redevelopment to the iconic “I Love New York” brand should be headed by a leader who is capable of bringing our great state back to being the travel and destination leader it once was.  

Sewage Problems Still Causing Sandy Victims Problems

 

SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

631-447-5252

Nearly five weeks after the East Coast was hammered by Hurricane Sandy, an abundance of Long Island residents are still facing unsafe and vile sewage problems.  In a WCBS-TV report, Larry Villegas of Bay Park showed his basement full of thick muck from his overflowing sewage water.  Still today, hundreds of Long Island residents are trying to manage the disgusting smell lining their homes.

The sewage system in Mr. Villegas area is managed by the Bay Park Sewage Treatment Plant, who has pledged to pay for the decontamination for Bay Park residents.  The contracted crew to help the efforts told WCBS they are gutting eight houses a day while working around the clock.  Villegas stated, “That’s priority one—get the cleanup done. Get the mold and the sewer water out of the house so I can start rebuilding my life.” 

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FEMA Rebuild Experts are offering FREE Advice at NY Home Depot Locations

 

SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

631-447-5252

In the wake of Hurricane Sandy thousands of New York residents were left with damaged or destroyed property.  The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has dispensed building specialist to plan smarter rebuilds to avoid future losses free of charge!  The FREE Advice FEMA experts will be at these Home Depot locations through Tuesday, Dec. 4 to Sunday, Dec. 9:

• 86 Jericho Turnpike, Jericho
• 202 Airport Plaza Blvd., Farmingdale
• 5700 Avenue U, Brooklyn
• 75-09 Woodhaven Blvd., Glendale
• 1806 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx

Dates and Times

Tuesday Dec. 4, 12-8 p.m.

Wednesday Dec. 5 to Saturday Dec. 8, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Sunday Dec. 9, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

The FEMA experts will be available for advice on electrical services, appliances, removing damaged drywall 
and installation, installing sewer back-flow valves, and building water channels away from foundation.  In addition, further advice on flood-insurance, repair and rebuilding tips, and flood clean-up tips will be available. 

For more information on protecting you and your home during a natural disaster is available at, http://www.fema.gov/.

Have you experience troubles or damage with your sewer system?  Contact Dave Lange Sewer Service at (631) 447-5252 or davelangesewerservice.net.  For more updates visit our Facebook page Linked HERE!

How to Hang Outdoor Christmas Lights!

SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

631-447-5252

Decorating your house with lights is one of the oldest traditions of the upcoming holiday season.  With the cold weather, snow and ice this could be a dangerous task.  Lowe’s offers some helpful tips on how to safely hang your outdoor lights, safely and properly to create the perfect holiday atmosphere.  

The first thing you’re going to want to do is to plan your project before you buy anything.  Measure your target areas that you would like to decorate with lights, but also keep in mind the distance to the nearest power outlet.  After calculating your measurements its time to decide which type of bulbs you would like to use.  An inexpensive option can be incandescent mini lights, which are sold in various lengths that hold from 50 to over 300 lights.  A newer option for outdoor decorating is LED (light-emitting diode) lights.  They give off a bright white light and remain cool even after hours of use.  LEDs are more expensive but ultimately save you money in the long run because they are 90% more energy-efficient and last thousands of hours longer.  

Whatever your choice all light strands should be UL-listed and rated for outdoor use, and choosing the same brand for all your lights will ensure consistent results.  After purchasing your lights, you’ll need some other supplies to help you hang them.  For example you’ll need hardware such as specialty hooks and clamps that make it easy to attach lights to gutters, window trip and door frames.  Basic hand tools are usually necessary to install most of this hard ware.  

Outdoor extension cords will bring power to lights in hard to reach places.  A ladder is essential if you plan on getting lights on your roof.  Finally some people like to use a timer to automatically turn on the lights when it becomes dark out.  Remember to take the proper safety precautions before hanging your lights.  If possible try to work during the daylight and work with a helper.  Unwrap all lights and untangle cords before you start and avoid driving nails into cords or attaching cords with staples.  Follow all these tips and your holiday season will be accompanied by a beautifully decorated house that embraces the Christmas season.