General Home Safety

How to Dispose of a CFL Bulb

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs contain mercury, a hazardous chemical, so it's important that you know how to dispose of them. Follow these steps... more »

How to Dispose of a Mercury Thermometer

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Many people have a mercury thermometer in their home. If you improperly dispose of products containing mercury, they may break and release mercury vapors. These vapors are harmful to your health and the environment. Properly dispose of a mercury ... more »

How to Do a Home Safety Check Up

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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People think of the home as a safe and secure place for their family. However, each year many people are injured in the location they feel most secure. Learning the potential hazards and taking proactive steps to minimize risks is the best way to ... more »

How to Find the Best Snow Blower at the Best Price

By David Sarokin

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Cool weather is acomin' in...can winter be far behind? Scientists say snows will get heavier as the planet's climate changes, so a good snow blower might be just the thing. But which one is best for your wintry conditions? Here's how to find ... more »

How to get help from locksmith?

By amandamorrison

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Every one may need the locksmith services sat some point in time. Locksmith services are not restricted to opening the locks of cars only. In case there are some problems with the locks of your residence, you can always call the locksmith ... more »

How to Get Rid of Cockroaches

By bhwalker

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Cockroaches are ubiquitous. They are a part of urban living, and just about everyone who lives in a large city will have to deal with them at some point. Here's how to fight these pests and win... more »

How to Heat Your Pool With Bubble Wrap

By magic1

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Anyone with a swimming pool knows that heating it is expensive. Normal gas heat has been known to quadruple an electric bill. But there are solutions, including one that’s been around for more than ten years. Amazing but true, you can heat your ... more »

How to Hide (Almost) Anything

By Michael Deaton

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With home burglary at an all-time high, it's becoming more of a challenge to keep your valuables safe. The safe is strong, but it's always a target. It's a really good idea to think outside the box (or the safe, in this case) and come up with ... more »

How to Identify a Prank Caller

By Reeney26

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Receiving prank calls can be annoying. These calls may also be intended to intimidate or threaten. While most calls are harmless, it is always best to take action sooner rather than later... more »

How to Improve the Air Quality in Your Home

By Sendblock

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Your home is your refuge. You want to be able relax and feel that you have created a safe and healthy environment for yourself and your family. You can create a healthier home by taking measures to keep unhealthy air out of your home and improve ... more »

How to Improvise a Firewood Carrier

By Patricia Resnick

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There's a storm blowing in, and you're low on firewood! It's going to take a while to fill that log holder one armload at a time. Here's a quick way to bring in a large amount of firewood at one time, using equipment you already have on hand. ... more »

How to Install a Deadbolt Lock on a Door

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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That puny lock in the center of your doorknob won’t keep your home secure. To be truly safe, you need deadbolts on every exterior door. This doesn’t mean you have to shell out wads of cash for a locksmith. Here's how to install a deadbolt lock by ... more »

How to Install a Motion Sensor

By Dave Donovan

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Motion sensors are a great way to increase your home's security. But even more important for some homeowners, they can help reduce your electric bill. By installing motion sensors on your home's exterior lighting, you will prevent the lights ... more »

How to Install Affordable Protection in your Apartment

By guardtoday

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You have just moved into your new apartment and need to feel safe. Has your child moved into their first apartment or do you live alone you, just want that extra safety feeling but your not sure how long your going to be their and don't want to ... more »

How to Install an Under-Cabinet Fluorescent Light

By Dave Donovan

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When you are preparing dinner and working at your countertop chopping vegetables--do you ever find yourself wishing you had better lighting in your kitchen? When you are hovering over your cutting area with the cabinets directly above your prep ... more »

How to Keep Your Apartment Safe From Fire Hazards

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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There are many things you can do to keep your apartment safe from fire hazards. Take the following steps to prevent fires in your home... more »

How to kill ants with a magnifying glass

By dhhhs

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keep in mind if the world is attacked by giant car-sized ants, you'll need a bigger magnifying glass. otherwise , regular 3 inch is enough... more »

How to Know What your Attacker is thinking Before he Attackers You

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Walking out of work on a beautiful day. You have several things on your mind, you have to pick up the kids from the babysitters, make dinner, write a report and by now you have to get home, as you walk to your car be aware that someone could be ... more »

How to Learn About Protecting Privacy in Your Own Home

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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If you expect to have your privacy protected anywhere, it should be in your own home. The right to privacy begins in the home, and so if you feel that your home privacy is being invaded--or if you worry it is not being protected--you should ... more »

How to Make A Ceramic Tiled Fireplace Hearthmat

By w1z111

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You can make your own decorative ceramic tile fireplace hearthmat! Fire-resistant, safe, useful and adds appeal to your living area!.. more »

How to Make a Home Less Attractive to Burglars

By Ruby Bayan

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Your home is your refuge and shelter for your family and most priced possessions; you want to keep it safe and secure from thieves and other undesirable individuals. Unfortunately, some homes are more attractive to burglars than others based on ... more »

How to Make a Sandbag

By eHow Health Editor

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Use sandbags to fill in low-lying areas around your property and to redirect water away from your home. Here's how to make sandbags and use them to protect your land... more »

How to Make a Still out of Common Household Items

By Anthony Delgado

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With just a few simple household items, you can learn to make your own home-made brandy and other liquors. Great for home-made liqueurs too!.. more »

How to Make Use of OId Pill Bottles

By Dubtrizzle

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This will explain simple uses for old pill bottles... more »

How to Make Your Own Ant Traps

By Sheila Wilkinson

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Nothing is worse than a kitchen full of ants--except maybe a houseful of ants. Putting ant poison all over the house isn't a pleasant option. Try making these nontoxic ant poisons yourself. They're easy to make as well as cheaper and safer to use... more »

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