Home Safety

Knowing what to do and what not to do during a kitchen fire will not only save your home but it can save your life too. Be prepared. It is important to know what type of fire extinguisher to use...

Each and every one of us do our best in protecting our families. The main way in which we do this is by protecting our homes. There are key things we all do to accomplish this. We make sure the...

Every 80 seconds a U.S. home caught on fire in 2008, reports the U.S. Fire Administration. Sprinkler systems can reduce the devastating effects of fire for both homes and businesses.

CCTV (closed circuit television) cameras must be installed at the right height to give you the best results. When planning your installation, you should be familiar with the field of view of the...

House fires happen from time to time. They can be of varying severity. There is no need to fear losing your valuables, however, because there are materials available to every consumer with which...

One of the best ways to remove ice from steps is to use rock salt. But what do you do when you don’t have any rock salt or no money to purchase any and need a quick fix? Removing ice can be done...

Wind damage can occur without warning; it is something that most of us do not think about until it happens. Although wind damage is synonymous with tornadoes and hurricanes, they can and do occur...

There are several different security camera systems and often more than one for each application. Here are some tips and advice to help you figure out which security camera system is the correct...

A few years ago I was pricing safes while working a construction job. I realized they are much to expensive for the size I wanted and I began to look into making my own. I have no pictures, and my...

Installing a new Kwikset doorknob to every room instantly gives the house an updated look. See how easy it is to remove old hardware and install a stylish Kwikset doorknob in this free video on...

With home burglary at an all time high, the need for a monitored home security alarm system has never been higher. Many security systems are available for a "free" or $99 installation,...

I really didn't want my article to start with a squirrel. I don't like them. I'm not afraid of them, but I don't feed them. Have you ever checked out one of those City garbage dumpsters where...

Severe storms that bring lightning, high winds and torrential rains occur relatively frequently in certain areas of the United States. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric...

Have you ever found yourself trying to shoot your smoke alarm because it's beeping low battery? well with this article will help you learn how to replace the battery.

Learn how to make an informed decision when it comes time to protect your valuables.

Earthquakes are a terrifying reality. They can occur at any time, causing panic, fear, and destruction of property. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, 39 U.S. states are in a...

It's a great feeling when you close on a house and are handed the keys. But who else has a key to your home? Do you know who the previous owners loaned keys to? During the sales process Realtors,...

Moving can be a huge pain, but if you plan it out well, it can go by quickly and as painlessly as possible.

During the winter months our driveways and walkways can become very dangerous. We have all had someone we know slip on icy steps, if not have had it happen to yourself. In this article you will...

Prepare your pets for a disaster by planning ahead. Keep an emergency kit for your pets.

After working long days, one of the simple pleasures of life is being able to return to a safe home and all the material things you’ve worked hard for. There are many low to no cost things that...

Many spend hundreds of dollars to buy a Home Security Alarm and do not set the alarm while they are in the house. Be safe at home with a Home Alarm' primary function is to protect the residents'...

Everybody has this experience. You are making dinner, on your way out to pick up your kid, or in the bathroom. A telemarketer called (in spite of your signing up with the Do-not-call list)....

In some areas using air conditioning is the standard, but in areas that don't usually high temps the impact of warmer days can be great. High temperatures have a higher impact on those with health...

National Night Out is a national effort to strengthen police and community involvement while promoting crime prevention. An estimated 15,000 communities across the US are expected to participate....

As the trend in parents are returning to work and keeping longer hours continues to rise, more children are finding themselves home alone for extended periods of time. Many parents think that...

Unless your hobby is beekeeping, most people prefer to keep bees away. Certain times a year, mostly when it is enjoyable to be outside, it seems that bees are also outside flying around busily....

Protecting your home is one of the most important things you can do for the safety of your family and possessions. Turn this goal into a home project by implementing several or all of these...

Hurricane is here now and each year it seems to get a little bit worse. This article will give you important step by step instructions for preparing for hurricane season. This article is for those...

If you are anything like me you lose things. I usually say they are misplaced because I am so unorganized! I try to keep all my important papers in one place but something always happens and I...

There are things that you need to know about pool safety even if you do not own a pool. A friend or neighbors pool or even a public pool can be a dangerous place. Recognize a dangerous situation...

The best earthquake survival kits include everything you'll need to improve your chances of making it through the aftermath of an earthquake unscathed. Consider that there may be loss of power,...

Feeling secure and safe in our homes is not only a matter of having a security alarm system, but should involve multiple avenues of protection. Action points in approaching home security are an...

Forgot your combo to an unlocked Master Lock? Found an unlocked Master Lock in the gym and don't know the code? Follow these steps to find the combination with 95% accuracy. Save money from having...

Your house should be locked up while you are away, but what happens when you forgot your keys? Well, you need to have an extra house key. Also known as a spare key to get in your house and let the...

A tornado is a very dangerous natural disaster which can destroy cities and towns. Their roaring winds rip through everything in their path leaving nothing. Humans have always seemed to be...

Do you have any rats in your home and do not know how to get rid of them? I have had rats in my house once and it was not a very memorable experience. Rats bring diseases and are not very good...

If you have an older home that doesn’t have a fire sprinkler system, you may want to consider installing a fire sprinkler system for the safety of you and your family. Many people die and become...

Mold growing on bread is a common problem, causing waste of food in both residential and commercial establishments. There are many factors that affect the growth of the mold, including...

An easy environmental safe, chemical and fume free way to clean the soap scum on bath tubs and showers.

Ants are very small creatures that really don’t cause anyone any harm but can still be a nuisance. Some species of ants can be fairly dangerous but it is very rare to find these species in your...

When the rains begin, even the most well sealed homes come under attack from small swarms of mosquitoes. These annoying, airborne pests not only leave itchy welts in their wake, they can make your...

Every year forty percent of those over 65 will have at least one fall, One in ten of those will be serious enough to require medical intervention. Reducing those risks can be done thru...

Our lives depend on water and often this is the last thing we think about storing. When we know we are faced with disaster we think about having water stored but what about the times when the...

I have tackled mold issues in wet basements and tried a lot of different ways to solve the problem. I have come across pretty bad mold damage that required me to remove drywall and even tear out...

Installing an outdoor motion detector is a fairly easy task as long as you have an existing light fixture or source of electricity near the area you want to install it. Even if you do not you can...

A grow house is one set up to grow marijuana inside under lights. No neighborhood wants one of these illegal operations on the street. Criminals can set up a grow house in any neighborhood, even...

With all the problems with home break-ins its important to make sure your home is secure.

A 'hide a safe' or diversion safe is surprisingly easy to create! Home security is of major concern, these days! Once a burglar trips an alarm system, they know they have but a short time to grab...

Summer vacation is a time to get out of the house, let go and just have some fun. To help give yourself peace of mind and ensure you can concentrate on simply having fun this summer make sure...