Is crawl space safety an issue in your home? Most people visit that cramped, creepy zone under the house as seldom as possible. However, at…

Cold winter weather can come as a shock—quite literally—as static electricity zaps are far more frequent this time of year. We all know the annoyance…

If you’re skilled with basic home maintenance, think twice about DIY HVAC repairs. The hardware and technology incorporated in today’s furnace and central air conditioner…

A power outage during the winter can lower temperatures indoors to uncomfortable and unsafe levels. These four tips might help you maintain warmer conditions while…

'Tis the season for family gatherings, decorations, and gifts. Unfortunately, though, it's also the season of common household fires. The holidays bring a number of…

Carbon monoxide poisoning in the home is not common, but if you have any fuel-powered appliances, you should maintain CO detectors. CO is odorless, tasteless…

Halloween is a time for incredible costumes, delicious candy, and spooky decorations. As a homeowner, you might not give much thought to how the decorations…

Painting is a wonderful way to breathe new life into your rooms. Unfortunately, it can also have adverse effects on air quality. Let's take a…

Because darkness creates hazards in a normally secure home setting, installing security lights is a good way to enhance safety. Today, technology makes lighting up…

It’s estimated that approximately 68 percent of all households in the U.S. have at least one pet. Unbeknownst to most pet owners, having one or…