Tis the season... The season for ice, snow, frozen pipes, slip and fall accidents etc etc… I will devote most of this column to those items since I have gotten several calls on just a few subjects. Check steep steps; make sure they have non-skid pads, sisal carpeting, or keep [...]

To keep your septic systems healthy (Yes, healthy) never use any products labeled "Antiseptic", Bleach or any chlorine containing products. They will keep your system from operating properly because they kill the bacteria that break down the waste products in your system. You can keep it fresh by flushing a [...]

More concrete problems for a landlord in South Troy: One of my tenants changed the oil on his Harley in the middle of the concrete driveway; needless to say, he was the sloppiest thing on two feet. I do not know how long the oil stains have been there, but [...]

I answered a couple of questions concerning window air conditioners, as it is nearing the end of the season: Here are the answers to a few of the inquiries: If you (or your tenant) noticed a moldy odor when the unit was running, clean out the drain hole. That is [...]

I have owned a small apartment complex for about 4 years. It has a lot of concrete: walkways, parking lot, and patios. There are many trees surrounding the complex and the walks have gotten progressively greener and blacker as the years have passed. I want to spruce the place up [...]