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Protect and Maintain Your Property: Your Property, Covered - Part 2

Posted: 9/25/2026

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Protect and Maintain Your Property: Your Property, Covered — Part 2

Protecting a property takes year-round attention. Heating and cooling systems need regular care, pests can appear with changing seasons, chimneys and fireplaces require proper maintenance, and routine property oversight can help identify concerns before they become larger problems.

In Part 2 of our Your Property, Covered series, we’re highlighting Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce members who provide plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, HVAC, pest-control, fire and chimney, property-management, waste-removal, and recycling services.

Whether you own a home, operate a business, manage a rental, or maintain a seasonal property, these professionals can help keep it comfortable, functional, and prepared for the months ahead.

Keep Essential Systems Running Properly

Plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and HVAC systems are easy to overlook when everything is working properly. Routine maintenance and timely professional service can help property owners address issues, prepare for seasonal changes, and keep important systems operating reliably.

Crisafulli Bros. provides plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical services for residential improvements, commercial upgrades, and larger mechanical construction projects throughout the Capital Region and Upstate New York.

For commercial properties, Alltek Energy Systems, Inc. is an employee-owned commercial HVAC contractor providing design-build services, ongoing service, and maintenance. Professional HVAC support can be especially valuable for businesses preparing their buildings for changing temperatures and varying seasonal demands.

Planning routine service before a system fails can help property owners avoid unnecessary disruptions during the busiest—or coldest—times of the year.

Make Fire and Chimney Safety a Priority

Fireplaces, woodstoves, and chimneys add warmth and character to a property, but they also require appropriate care. Inspections, cleaning, and maintenance can help property owners identify potential concerns and prepare their systems for safe seasonal use.

Allphase Complete Fire and Chimney serves the Lake George area as a local resource for fire and chimney-related needs.

Property owners should consider arranging professional service before the heating season is fully underway, particularly when a fireplace, chimney, or related system has not been used for several months.

Keep Unwanted Guests Outside

As temperatures change, insects and other pests may begin looking for food, warmth, and shelter inside homes and commercial buildings. Small openings, storage areas, basements, kitchens, and other protected spaces can all become attractive hiding places.

Old School Pest Control is a locally owned and operated family business with more than 20 years of industry experience. The company provides pest-management solutions for both homes and businesses.

Fox Pest Control provides residential pest-control services and inspections. Professional assistance can help homeowners identify the source of a problem and determine an appropriate treatment plan.

Property owners can also reduce pest activity by sealing visible gaps, storing food properly, addressing moisture concerns, and keeping storage areas organized. When signs of an infestation appear, however, contacting an experienced professional can help prevent the problem from spreading.

Maintain Your Property Throughout the Year

Routine property maintenance can become difficult to manage—especially for seasonal residences, rental properties, second homes, and commercial buildings. Having someone regularly monitor a property can provide an extra layer of support and help owners stay ahead of developing maintenance needs.

Hoagland Property Management specializes in year-round, full-service property management for residential and commercial customers.

Professional property management can be particularly useful for owners who live outside the area or cannot regularly inspect their properties. Consistent oversight can help ensure that seasonal tasks are completed and potential issues are brought to the owner’s attention.

Plan for Waste Removal and Cleanup

Maintenance projects, seasonal cleanouts, repairs, and renovations can generate more waste than expected. Creating a disposal plan before beginning a project can help keep the property organized and make the cleanup process more manageable.

Casella Waste Management offers waste and zero-sort recycling pickup for homes and businesses, along with construction trash and recycling services. Containers are available in a range of sizes for routine service, property cleanouts, and larger projects.

Planning for waste removal from the beginning can help prevent unwanted materials from accumulating and allow a project to move forward more efficiently.

Create a Seasonal Property Checklist

Every property has different needs, but a basic maintenance checklist can help owners identify where professional assistance may be beneficial:

Schedule plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, or HVAC maintenance.
Arrange chimney or fireplace inspections before regular seasonal use.
Check for signs of pests or possible entry points.
Inspect areas that may be vulnerable to moisture or cold weather.
Confirm that seasonal or vacant properties will be monitored.
Plan for waste removal before beginning cleanouts or repair projects.
Keep contact information for trusted local service providers readily available.

Preventive maintenance cannot eliminate every unexpected repair, but it can help property owners identify concerns sooner, protect their investment, and move into each new season with greater confidence.

Explore additional professionals in the Chamber’s Businesses & Services Directory.

Missed the beginning of the series? Read it here!

Coming next in the Your Property, Covered series: Meet Chamber members who can help you buy, build, renovate, and invest in residential and commercial property throughout the region.

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