Hudson Valley winters can be unpredictable — mild one week, icy the next. That’s why homeowners across Dutchess, Orange, Sullivan and Ulster counties have trusted Wallace Energy since 1929 to keep their homes warm, safe and running smoothly. A little preparation now can help protect your home from frozen pipes, no heat emergencies and the sudden cold snaps our region is all too familiar with.

Use these simple, effective steps to get your home winter read

Keep your heating systems running smoothly

• Make space for warm air to circulate – Keep vents, radiators and baseboards clear so heat can move freely throughout your home.
• Give your system a quick refresh – Clean or replace your air filter to help your equipment run more efficiently and reduce strain.
• Use space heaters safely – Keep them at least three feet from anything flammable and plug them directly into a wall outlet.
• Keep key contacts handy – Have your utility and fuel delivery numbers in an easy to reach spot

Protect your pipes before temperatures drop

• Let faucets drip during extreme cold – A slow trickle can help prevent pipes from freezing.
• Warm up exposed plumbing – Open cabinet doors on exterior walls to let heat reach vulnerable pipes.
• Add insulation where needed – Basements, crawl spaces and unheated rooms benefit from pipe insulation to reduce freeze risk

Improve access and safety around your home

• Clear snow and ice around your driveway and fill pipe – This helps fuel delivery drivers and service technicians reach your home safely.
• Mark your fill area in deep snow – A stake or flag improves visibility when snow piles up.
• Check carbon monoxide detectors – Replace batteries and confirm alarms are working before the next cold stretch

Stay prepared for outages and cold spells

• Charge essential devices before storms – Phones, flashlights, battery packs and generators should be ready ahead of time.
• Keep outage essentials nearby – Flashlights, blankets and bottled water should be easy to grab if the power goes out.
• Check thermostat batteries – Fresh batteries help prevent unexpected heat loss.
• Seal up drafts – Weatherstripping or rolled towels can help keep warm air inside and cold air out

We’re the local heating experts you can rely on all winter long. 

Rely on our team to keep you warm and comfortable all winter.

For generations, families across Dutchess, Orange, Sullivan and Ulster counties have counted on Wallace Energy to keep their homes safe and comfortable through the toughest winter weather. From no-heat emergencies to unexpected cold snaps, our local team is ready around the clock to get your heat back on quickly and safely.

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