Summer is around the corner, and many folks are starting to plan their summertime activities such as camping, going to the river and having outdoor barbecues. Getting your backyard ready for guests is an important part of springtime and spring cleaning tasks. Not...

Something about spring and new beginnings is always a refreshing time of year. Blooming trees and flowers, open windows with the breeze of the fresh air inside and new adventures. But with all the action homeowners still set aside time for spring-cleaning. Where to ...

Often, mold problems can stem from water damage, and just compound a homeowner’s troubles.  Mold is one of those problems that can cause a real headache (literal and figural) for homeowners as it cannot be ignored.  Mold can cause health problems, and should be...

Have you wanted to breath fresh life in your home? There are quite a few improvements you could consider. Though, some improvements generate more value than others.  So how do you consider which ones you would like to undertake?  Ask yourself how you use your ho...

An ice dam might sound like something that works to protect your home from ice, but actually, an ice dam can cause severe damage to your home. It makes sense to prevent them from occurring. You may notice that icicles are hanging off your home, and it might be hiding...

Your Hudson Valley home provides you with a comfortable place to live and is a valuable asset, but not performing regular upkeep may reduce both of these things. The maintenance of a home can never seem to end, but doing a few proactive checkups with specific tools...

Each year in the US, more than $12 million in property loss is caused by falling trees. Typically, trees fall due to severe weather including snowstorms, hurricanes, flooding, and hailstorms. While there is not much that you can do to control Mother Nature, there ar...

Fire is a force of nature that is just as fascinating as it is deadly. Adults and kids alike can be transfixed by the beauty of a fireplace or fire pit, but kids might miss out on how important it is for fire to be contained and treated with respect as they more than...

Have you noticed how we are drawn to fire at such an early age? I mean think about it -- we are in awe by the flickering flame of the birthday candle that is about to be blown out! In the fall and winter months, we love listening to the crackling sound of the firep...

[caption id="attachment_1470" align="aligncenter" width="605"] Pawling, NY Fire - Before Peak Construction[/caption] Peak Construction is well-known for their construction and remodeling projects. What some people might not know is that they also offer fire and smok...