Paul Davis Lexington Blog

How many of you hosted a Super Bowl party on Sunday? Whether you attended a party or hosted one at your house, I think we can all agree that one of the biggest downsides to having a gathering is cleaning up after it.

Foot traffic alone brings in dirt from outside, so even if you get lucky and avoid a spill, you probably won’t be lucky enough to avoid a mess altogether!

This is where Paul Davis Lexington comes in. Our Home Care division offers expert cleaning services for carpets, rugs, drapery, and furniture. We have a unique, restorative cleaning service that will get your carpet back to its old self—no matter how crazy your Super Bowl party was!

Contact us online or call Paul Davis Lexington at (859) 885-7653 for more information about having your carpets or furniture professionally cleaned.

The first CE Class of the new year is scheduled for Wednesday, February 22 at the Equestrian Woods Country Club (107 Clubhouse Dr. Nicholasville, KY 40356).

The topic for this class is Ethics, and we’re welcoming sign-ups through our website.

If you need continuing education hours, this free class by Paul Davis Lexington is the perfect opportunity for you to reach your requirement. You can sign up online, or if you have any questions about the class, you can contact Sean Howard at showard@pdslex.com.

Stay tuned as we announce additional CE classes in the near future.

We all know how unpredictable the weather can be in Lexington. It’s already the end of December and we still haven’t had consistent freezing temperatures. But maybe that’s a good thing. It gives us a little extra time to prepare for the harsh winter weather that lies ahead in January and February.

One simple thing you can do to prepare for the freezing weather, is to unhook your water hose. It’s quick, easy, and can save you a headache when spring rolls around. Here’s why.

When a water hose was left hooked up to an outside spigot during a cold winter when consistent freezing temperatures began, the pipe can easily burst when you turn the water on.

The water hose only has to be hooked up for a very short period of time before the water freezes and a pipe bursts. Why? The water in the hose has a tendency to siphon back into the spigot itself and hold there. The freezing can occur in the middle of the night when the temperatures drop the most, causing the pipe to burst. The temperature the day before and after may be warm, but the damage has been done. This can happen early in the winter season, as most people don’t use the outside spigots until the weather begins to warm up.

We suggest you never leave a hose hooked up to a spigot in the spring, fall, or winter.

Take action now to avoid a mess in the springtime. Have a safe winter and stay warm!

Can you believe this year is almost over? Every December we pause to reflect on the passing year—areas where we succeeded and areas where we can improve.

We also like to take this opportunity to let our employees and our customers know how much we appreciate them. The people we work with really are the life of the business, and we have the best. We are grateful for the loyalty of both our employees and our customers, and we look forward to continuing to build those relationships as we enter the New Year.

Hopefully the excitement of the holiday season will linger awhile as we enjoy time with family and friends over the next couple of weeks. 2012 holds the promise of a happy and successful business year ahead.

Paul Davis Lexington wishes you a joyous Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

Tis the season for holiday fun. Family gatherings, entertaining, and festive decorations are among the highlights of the holiday season.

However, sometimes the holiday season brings unexpected risks into your home. According to the United States Fire Administration, during the Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s season, there is an elevated risk for home fires due to extensive cooking, decorations, home heating, and open flames.

Paul Davis Restoration Lexington has a few tips we’d like to share with you to make the holidays safe for you and your family:

Holiday Decorations: Decorate with non-combustible or flame-resistant materials. Never use lighted candles on a tree, evergreens, or other flammable materials. Don’t place candles near children, pets, or gift wrapping.

Lights: Make sure there are no frayed wires, broken sockets, or loose connections. Check labels to be sure about the proper use of indoor and outdoor lights. Don’t overload electrical outlets.

Trees: Cut a few inches off the trunk of a live tree and fill the stand with water to keep it from drying out and becoming a fire hazard. An artificial tree should be labeled “Fire Resistant.” Place trees away from fireplaces, radiators, or portable heaters.

Fire Escape Plan: Make sure everyone understands the escape routes and where to meet once outside.

Smoke Alarms: Make sure your smoke alarms are in proper working order and change the batteries at least twice a year.

Fire Extinguishers: Make sure there is a working fire extinguisher in the kitchen, laundry room, and garage. Learn how to use the fire extinguisher.

Fireplace/Chimney: Have your fireplace and chimney inspected and cleaned by a professional chimney sweep. Never burn greens, boughs, papers, or other decorations in the fireplace. Check to see that the flue is open before starting a fire.

Keep a list with important emergency phone numbers: Include police and fire departments, doctors, and the national poison help line.

In case of emergency property damage, give us a call and we’ll step in to immediately handle the restoration for you.