PSRG of Virginia

Great Networking Opportunity!

PSRG Business Social & Networking Event ~ Please join us.

Wednesday, December 7, 2016 ~ Awful Arthur's / Sycamore Square
1300 Sycamore Square, Midlothian, VA 23113
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Appetizer's Provided - Cash Bar

This is an open invitation for everyone in the business community to join us for an evening of socializing & networking. Hope to see you there.

Cold weather is just around the corner! Is your fireplace clean and ready to "heat up!" Please share this valuable information. Thank you.

'Tis the Season ~ to light up the fireplace! Curling up in front of a warm fireplace is one of the joys of the fall and winter seasons. BUT before you light that fire, there are a few important safety tips to keep in mind.

1. Aim to minimize the buildup of soot and creosote.
2. Understand that manufactured logs burn hotter than wood.
3. Burn only wood or manufactured logs in the fireplace. Wrapping paper and foam peanuts release toxic fumes AND never burn Christmas greenery in the fireplace.
4. Beware of roaring fires.
5. Stack fireplace logs near the back of the hearth.
6. Open the damper before you light your fire.
7. Open fireplace doors.
8. Keep the area around the fireplace clear.
9. Never leave a fire unattended.
10. Open a window when you light a fire.
11. Keep the fireplace mantel clear of hanging decorations.
12. Finally, always keep a fire extinguisher handy.

Let's stay safe!

Saturday, October 15th is "Home Fire Drill Day!" Thank you, Nationwide Insurance for this great public announcement! As they say, "practice until you all can get to your safety spot in less than two minutes." You never know when you will need this test of time. Let's stay safe. Have a great weekend.

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Home Fire Drill Day is October 15. Practice your drill today | Make Safe Happen Home Fire Drill Day is October 15. Make safe happen by practicing your family’s fire drill. Practice until you all can get to your safety spot in two minutes...

Locally owned restoration company is seeking to hire a full time finish carpenter. They have been serving the Richmond and surrounding areas for over 35 years. They are looking for a hard working individual who is highly motivated, self-starter and takes initiative to complete tasks without constant supervision. Must have an excellent driving record, transportation, doesn't mind working overtime or responding to after-hours emergency response calls. Must be able to pass a background check. Hourly wage is based on experience. Please send a private message with name, phone number and work experience to PSRG of Virginia. Thank you.

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Did you know.....

that pets start nearly 1,000 fires each year?

According to the National Fire Protection Association, an estimated 500,000 pets are affected by home fires, however, nearly 1,000 house fires each year are accidentally started by the homeowner's pets.

Simple preventative measures, such as flame-less candles and stove k**b covers, can mean the difference between life and death for your four legged friends.

Be sure to extinguish open flames - Pets are generally curious and will investigate cooking appliances, candles, and even a fire in the fireplace.

Invest in flameless candles. These candles contain a light bulb rather than an open flame, and takes the danger out of your pet knocking over the candle. Cats are notorious for starting fires when their tails turn over lit candles.

Affix a Pet Alert Window Cling - write down the number of pets inside your home and attach the static cling to a front window. This critical information saves rescuers time when locating your pets. Make sure to keep this information current.

Awful Arthur's Networking Social

Dealing with storm damage? Local insurance agent gives advice on filing claims For tree removal claims, you’ll want to start sooner rather than later.

Professional Services Resource Group would like to extend an invitation to professional vendors who would like to explore a rewarding networking experience.

Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at Awful Arthurs in Sycamore Square.

Possible severe weather this afternoon and into the evening hours.

Call Karen Cheatham with Nick Reams Construction Services, Inc. for all possible storm damage ~ call John Pennington with Universal Electric if you need a whole house generator ~ call Brandy Nickel with Premier Insurance Agency, Ltd. if you feel that you do not have the proper coverage ~ call Shawn Demers with Family Landscape Company, Inc. if you need your lawn revamped after the storm ~ Call Mari Wiglesworth with Wiglesworth Tree Service if you have trees down after the storm ~ and finally, call Teresa Elmendorf with Long & Foster if you just want a new house!

VA Print Shop ~ Your One Stop Print & Design Shop. Give Melissa a call at 804-302-4465 for all of your printing needs!

Family Landscape Company, Inc. specializes in complete property maintenance lawn care in Chesterfield County. Shawn has been serving Chesterfield since 2002. Here are just a few of his services:

* Landscape Design & Installation
* Mulching & Sod
* Grading & Topsoil
* Core Aeration

Give Shawn a call for all of your lawn care needs.

Do you have 6 minutes to spare?

What a difference 6 minutes can make! This fire on Lyndhurst Place a couple of weeks ago started in a flower pot on the front porch due to a discarded cigarette. The fire quickly spread to the vinyl porch rail and then to the vinyl siding. As you can see from the photos (taken 6 minutes apart), the fire started small but it did not take long to engulf the front of the house and destroy it. These photos are a reminder of how quickly a fire can spread and the importance of having a home escape plan in the event of a fire!