As the weather gets colder and we spend more time indoors, it’s important to take precautions to prevent a house fire. Whether your family enjoys a warm fire in the fireplace or preparing holiday meals in the kitchen for friends and neighbors, here are a few...
Cooler weather has arrived, and thankfully, modern homes are well-sealed to retain warmth. Airtight homes are efficient for maintaining temperature, but they can lead to a buildup of dust, pet dander, and other contaminants. Here are a few practical steps homeowners...
Nothing says spring, like firing up the grill and cooking a delicious meal with friends and family. But before you get started, make sure you’re grilling safely. From choosing the right fuel to proper food handling techniques, keep safety in mind when cooking...
Before we look at ways to make your home healthy and safe, let us start with some of the things that make a home unsafe. Most homes have health hazards that you may not be able to detect. This includes radon, carbon monoxide, lead-based paint, pests, structural...
While you encourage safe behavior in your home and promote healthy living, if you don’t have basic home safety essentials, you and your family may be at risk. Here are 5 items to keep in your home that make it safer for everyone. A First-Aid Kit Contains Home Safety...
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is produced as radium, thorium, and uranium break down in the soil. The gas seeps upward and is then released into the air. Both odorless and colorless, radon in the home is undetectable without a professional test....
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