Fire Safety and Other Potential Holiday Hazards
Winter greens and flickering lights are hallmarks of the holiday season; however, they also present fire risks that can turn a festive time into a devastating one.
December 7, 2021
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Holiday Scams and How To Avoid Them
As proud members of the Utica area community, we at Scalzo, Zogby & Wittig encourage you to buy local. That way your holiday shopping dollars stay in the community. You help local businesses not only survive, but thrive. And you know you’re buying from legitimate businesses who aren’t likely to scam you. But we also […]
December 7, 2021
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Secrets to Better Driving During Utica Area Winters
Predictions for this winter in Central New York are that it will be a bit warmer with more snow. Sounds like that will make for sloppy road conditions throughout the Mohawk Valley. So we thought it a good idea to remind drivers of some life saving winter driving tips. As we all know, driving on […]
November 30, 2021
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Thanksgiving 2021…Together Again!
Moms and Dads, sisters and brothers, nieces and nephews, grandma and granddad, all coming together this Thanksgiving. Finally!! What a long, strange trip it’s been. (Well said, Jerry Garcia!) As Mohawk Valley families gather this year, we’re reminded of a post we published on our blog a few years ago. The national news at the […]
November 23, 2021
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How to Ease the Transition for Senior Drivers
One of the most exciting times in a person’s life is that first day behind the wheel, newly minted driver’s license in hand. Remember? The freedom, your world transformed. Your first real experience as an adult. After fifty years, that feeling remains. Maybe not top of mind like back when you were sixteen. But subconsciously […]
November 16, 2021
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Clearing the Air On Sewer Backup
Ask anyone who’s had their sewer back up into the basement. They’ll tell you in no uncertain terms: it’s an unpleasant experience. You can probably figure out what they mean. What are the chances of this happening to you? The Civil Engineering Research Foundation found that incidents of sewer backups are increasing about 3 percent […]
November 9, 2021
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How To Save On Home Heating
Save 30% on your energy bill? That’s what the U. S. Department of Energy (DOE) says is possible. That is, with equipment maintenance and upgrades. Plus insulation, air sealing, and smarter thermostat settings. Is it worth it? Considering that heating your home can make up about 29% of your utility bill, we’d say yes! So […]
November 2, 2021
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Boo!! Trick-Or-Treating Returns in 2021
Halloween is back!! CDC Director Rochelle Walensky said on Fox News Sunday, “I would say put on those costumes, stay outside and enjoy your trick-or-treating.” Hard to imagine, but as we reported in our blog, this is the opposite advice the CDC gave last year. Then it was, “No traditional trick-or-treating.” We’ve come a long […]
October 26, 2021
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Maintaining Fireplace Safety
With the temperatures dropping, it’s starting to become cold outside, causing our homes to be chillier than normal. While we may dread the cold, we’re excited to start using our fireplaces. Not only do they provide warmth, but the aesthetic a fireplace gives us is so cozy and homey. While we always enjoy the ambiance […]
October 19, 2021
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Cyber Security Major Concern for Business
In 2021, cyber threats are a top concern for businesses nationwide. We know this from the Annual Risk Index Survey conducted by one of our companies, The Travelers. The Travelers says, “Of the 1,200 business leaders who participated in the national survey, 59% said they worry some or a great deal about cyber, compared to […]
October 12, 2021
