How often do I need to have my private fire hydrant inspected and tested?

• <div><p>According to the <a href="https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/detail?code=25">National Fire Protection Association’s</a> Code NFPA 25 (titled “Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems”), private fire hydrants must undergo inspection once per year, with an accompanying flow test and any necessary maintenance performed on the same schedule. Keep in mind that your town, city, or county may adopt more or less strict testing requirements. </p></div>

Is it safe to burn tree stumps?

• <div><p>Burning a single palm tree stump, if you’re careful, is technically doable DIY. However, you should always take precautions to control the fire and do research if you’re burning multiple types of trees. </p><p>Some trees, such as ornamental trees, black cherry, and some oak trees, release toxins into the air when burned that can be irritating to your lungs (or even dangerous) to breathe in.</p></div>

Do you leave the damper open when burning a creosote log?

• <div><p>Yes, you need to leave your chimney damper open when burning a creosote log so that smoke and other debris doesn’t waft into your house as it’s burning. You’ll need to make sure your damper is fully open, even when the log continues to smoke, until it’s completely out and cold. </p></div>

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The Gammons team replaced our boiler this winter in Standish. This was a tricky install because they had to take our old one out and install the new one in one day. They did an unbelievable job and didn’t leave us in the cold!! They got the job done!
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Reviewed in October 2024
Drew installed a whole home heat pump system in our new home. He was efficient, prompt and communication was excellent throughout the project! Would highly recommend Element Heat Pumps to anyone in need of a service or install!
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The installation of a heat pump with 3 mini splits was completed in one day The installation was done neat and professional ! Great job and completely satisfied
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They did a great job installing my heat pumps thank you
LaPlante Electric, Inc.
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We had hardwood floors installed by the crew of Footprints Floors. We were impressed by the team of hard working installers. Ralph Clark was there to answer our many questions and provide assistance and support throughout the process. If you are looking for a company to do professional floor...
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We found some serious problems with the flexible tubing that had been used when the vent was installed. There was a kink or partial loop in the tubing that would have formed a trap. Installing a solid metal pipe made the installation safe again.
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Excellent sales rep, fully explained the product and the costs. Installation very shortly after sale. Installer called once he was on his way to update arrival time. Worked very quickly.
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Pierre recently installed a mini split in out summer vacation house in Wareham. He was fast in his response to our requests and did the work on time and in a high quality manner. His installation was much faster and his placement of the units better than the other quote we got. I would highly...
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Absolutely the best We had a chimney fire and called for service They expedited service Great Mainahs
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Had a couple heat pump units installed, quality device and work.
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

Homeowners insurance can be voided in several scenarios. That can include making too many claims in a short period of time, leaving a home vacant for an extended period of time, renting out a home or room illegally, using a home as a business illegally, and any kind of criminal activity connected to the home.

According to the National Fire Protection Association’s Code NFPA 25 (titled “Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems”), private fire hydrants must undergo inspection once per year, with an accompanying flow test and any necessary maintenance performed on the same schedule. Keep in mind that your town, city, or county may adopt more or less strict testing requirements.

Burning a single palm tree stump, if you’re careful, is technically doable DIY. However, you should always take precautions to control the fire and do research if you’re burning multiple types of trees.

Some trees, such as ornamental trees, black cherry, and some oak trees, release toxins into the air when burned that can be irritating to your lungs (or even dangerous) to breathe in.

No, but they both serve distinct life-saving purposes. Smoke detectors primarily sense the presence of smoke, typically caused by a fire, and emit loud alarms to alert occupants to evacuate. In contrast, carbon monoxide detectors monitor the levels of carbon monoxide gas, an odorless and colorless but deadly substance produced by incomplete combustion of fuels. When CO levels become dangerous, CO detectors sound alarms to warn inhabitants of potential poisoning risks.

Yes, you need to leave your chimney damper open when burning a creosote log so that smoke and other debris doesn’t waft into your house as it’s burning. You’ll need to make sure your damper is fully open, even when the log continues to smoke, until it’s completely out and cold.

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