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Signs of Electrical Problems in the Home
Fire safety is a concern when you’re a homeowner. Faulty wiring or defects in the electrical system constitute all-too-common fire hazards. Recognizing the signs of electrical problems in the home could prove life-saving. Electrical Fires: A Hazard for Homeowners...
5 Safety Tips for Holiday Decorating
Everybody wants to enjoy a safe and happy holiday season. As you decorate with string lights, candles, and greenery, you could be putting your family and home at risk. Here are some safety tips for holiday decorating to prevent injury and accidents while you are...
5 Ways to Prepare Your Fireplace for Use
With winter approaching, there are some tasks to put on your to-do list to get your home ready. While you service your HVAC and clean your gutters, you may not think about your fireplace until you want to use it. Prepare your fireplace for winter by completing these...
5 Tips for Preparing Your Home for Fall
forPreparing your home for fall before cooler weather arrives will save you time and money by heading off larger problems. Preparing Your Home for Fall with Fertilizer In areas that experience dry summers, fertilizing the lawn is an essential step for fall...
4 Fire Safety Tips for the Home
The best fire safety tips for the home prevent house fires. By following best practices for kitchen use, candles, fireplaces, and electrical appliances, homeowners can reduce the likelihood of a fire. Additionally, smoke alarms alert people in the home to fire danger....
6 Steps to Ridding Your Home of Ants
Ants are a pesky problem when they are inside your home. If you notice one or two ants, there is usually a whole colony somewhere nearby. Here are six easy steps for ridding your home of ants. 1. Find the Source of the Problem The first step in ridding your home of...
4 Improvement Projects That Add Value to Your Home
If you’re thinking of selling your house or just want to make some improvements, consider focusing on these tasks that add value to your home. Complete these projects to get the best return on your investment when you sell. Add Value to Your Home with These 4 Projects...
8 Benefits of a Pre-Listing Inspection
In most real estate transactions, the buyer will request a home inspection before signing the closing paperwork. In some cases, the offer from the buyer is contingent on a favorable inspection report. No seller wants to discover unexpected issues. Removing this...
Four Effective Ways to Prevent Plumbing Leaks at Home
How You Can Prevent Plumbing Leaks at Home Plumbing leaks are relatively common and can be a stressful experience for homeowners. While some issues may develop even if you've been maintaining your pipes properly, you can help prevent plumbing leaks at home by taking...
Tips for Babyproofing Your Home
Perhaps you’re expecting a new addition to your family or maybe you are preparing for a visit from a friend with small children. Here are a few tips for babyproofing your home to help keep the little ones safe. When Babyproofing Your Home, Protect Kids from Power...
Why You’ll Want to Work With a Real Estate Agent
When beginning a home search, prospective buyers face the decision of whether they'll hire a real estate agent. While not always necessary, it is often in your best interest as a homebuyer to work with a real estate agent. Work With a Real Estate Agent if You’re a...
7 Ways to Heat Your Home Efficiently
During cold weather, it is common to spend more money on indoor climate control whether you use an HVAC system, oil heat, or baseboard heaters. Read on and learn seven ways to heat your home efficiently and lower your heating bills during the winter. 1. Fight the...
Why It Is Important to Fix High Levels of Radon In the Home
January is National Radon Action Month. While there are many environmental factors that can contaminate the air inside your home, such as mold and volatile organic compounds, radon is one of the most dangerous. There are 21,000 deaths a year related to radon in the...
