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  • Is it Water Back-Up or Flood?

    Everyone has noticed how much rain we’re getting this year, right?  (it’s supposed to be winter!)   Don’t you wonder where all the water is going?   Coverage for water back-up of sewer and drains is included on most homeowner’s policies, but many are limited to $5,000. If you have rental properties, you may want […]

    February 24, 2012

  • Oneida County Historical Society Telethon ~ April 18th

    Check this out – Gary Scalzo and Steve Zogby have been named honorary co-chairmen for the 6th Annual telethon for the Oneida County Historical Society to be held on April 18th this year.  Big surprise?  Not really!  These two gentlemen are always stepping up to the plate when asked to lend a helping hand.  If you […]

    February 17, 2012

  • Walk A Mile…

    A new annual event for the Utica area is being launched this Saturday, Feb 4th at 11:00 a.m. at Hanna Park in Downtown Utica.  The event is to be a one mile winter walk to help raise awareness and funds for the Rescue Mission of Utica, a local not-for-profit organization which caters to the area’s homeless, as […]

    February 2, 2012

  • Change is Good. Right?

    In our case it is.  We just went live with a new phone system and we all have new extension numbers.  Please check out our About Us tab and choose The Team option; you will see our new 4 digit extensions.   You still call us at (315) 792-0000, but instead of 2 numbers the ‘voice […]

    January 17, 2012

  • Your Roof and Snow Loading

    How much snow is too much for my roof?   When do I need to make plans to have it removed?   If you’re asking yourself these questions now, you’re behind the curve already.   To help you catch up, one of our insurance companies, Peerless Insurance® has developed a new 6-Minute Safety Short on Roof Snow Loading […]

    January 5, 2012

  • Happy New Year!

        Isn’t that what everyone says once the clock strikes 12 midnight on December 31st?  Oh wait, that’s considered January 1st, isn’t it? Either way, that’s what we at Scalzo, Zogby & Wittig, Inc. are saying to all our family and friends, customers and acquaintances.  We want to wish everyone a happy, healthy and […]

    December 30, 2011

  • Check Out the Wonderland of Lights

    If we’re all lucky enough we may just get all our Christmas shopping done before the snow flies.  I know, what’s Christmas without trudging through all that snow?  Well, many of us agree that it can snow the morning of Christmas, right?  That way most of us will be home from the Christmas Eve festivities […]

    December 16, 2011

  • When the Snow Flies, the Snowmobiles Come out. Here Are Some Tips to Follow:

    Well, we all appear to have made it through the 1st leg of the holidays, and hopefully survived Black Friday, Cyber Monday….you get the idea.  Since we’re all hoping for a white Christmas, our very own Donna Moulton has written some safety tips for those ‘chomping-at-the-bit’ to get out and ride. Tips for a safe […]

    December 2, 2011

  • Fire Up Those Wood Stoves…….But Do So Safely!

    Heating with wood can be safe and economical, but unlike a modern, central heating system, stoves and fireplaces require careful installation and constant vigilance.  In the interest of saving lives and property, we urge you to take the following precautions:  Have chimneys, stoves and connectors cleaned by a competent chimney sweep. Have stoves inspected for […]

    November 17, 2011

  • Winter Driving Tips…

    Prepare for winter driving before a storm hits: Have a mechanic check your car’s battery, brakes, fluid levels (antifreeze, windshield washer fluid and oil) as well as heating and exhaust systems to ensure that your car is in good, safe working condition.  Try to keep your gas tank full during the winter months.  Don’t allow […]

    November 7, 2011