All homes and apartments should have smoke detectors. While it’s unlikely that you’ll experience a fire in your home, it’s important to be prepared. By following the best practices for smoke detector placement, you will make your home safer for your...
Working on do-it-yourself projects around the house is fun and rewarding. Some home improvement projects will increase your home’s value, too. The next time you want to improve your home, choose a project that will make it worth more. 1. Paint the Exterior to...
Home swimming pools are a great way to beat the summer heat, but there is an element of risk around water. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), unintentional drowning accidents cause 10 deaths every day and are the fifth most common cause...
May is National Deck Safety Month. If you are planning on adding a deck to your home, there are some decisions you need to make early in the process. Not only will you be planning for the color, size, and shape of the deck, but you will also be looking at different...
The exterior is the first thing that prospective buyers notice when they see your home. Cosmetic flaws with your home or lawn make buyers think the rest of the home is not well-cared for. Here are five things to consider if you are listing your property for sale and...
Mold is a fungus that multiplies by means of tiny airborne spores less than half the width of a human hair. It causes property damage and the health risks of mold in the home pose more than a threat to cleanliness. Mold requires moisture to grow and is often found in...
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