All Entries in the "Safety" Category
How to Remove Ice from Driveways
Removing ice from driveways can be done in a number of ways, but there is a cost involved, either in effort, money, time or a cost to the environment.
Is Your Home Wired Properly?
As things age, they often need replacing but are neglected such as the home’s electrical wiring and that can set the homeowner up for potential danger.
Cracked Foundation Wall
Cracks in foundation walls can be of no significance or can be a major structural defect, which can be expensive to correct.
Fire Prevention
Every year, U.S. fire departments respond to approximately 399,000 fires. Fires kill nearly 4,000 people annually, including about 100 firefighters lost in the line of duty.
How to Repair Roof Trusses
Prefabricated wood roof trusses have been used in the US for more than 30 years, but after the house is built, roof trusses are often modified incorrectly. Although damage often does not occur, the potential for major problems remains.
Changing Electrical Switches
Changing a wall switch can be pretty simple, but having some basic knowledge of the different types of switches and how to replace them can be most helpful and safe.
Grill Burgers, Not Your Home
Now that the weather is starting to get warmer, and Home Depot and Lowe’s are starting to stock up on barbecue grills, keep in mind safety as you prepare for your summer fun.
Ensuring Safe Drinking Water
Some consumers may think that all water coming into their home is safe to drink, but that is not always the case.
Home Safety
Did you know that over 26,000 injuries were reported in one year due to improper use of a snow shovel? Another 20,000 + injuries occurred while using a barbecue grill. And over 220,000 injuries occurred while using a ladder.
