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There are a lot of things to love about rain. It washes away dirt and debris, it nourishes your garden, and it keeps your grass looking fresh and green. Another thing rain, especially a good heavy rain, can bring is basement water leaks. Flooding in your basement is never a… Read more »

You didn’t mean for it to happen, but it did. Whether your washing machine, tub, dishwasher, or another portable source in your home leaked fresh water, chances are things got pretty wet. The carpeting, pad, and everything else was soaked, too. The last thing you want is for mold to… Read more »

Chances are that when you look at your homeowners policy, you feel overwhelmed by the amount of legalese. You’re not alone. A lot of homeowners are aware that homeowners insurance is something that is important, but they’re not sure why they have it or even what it all means. That’s… Read more »

Most people know that recycling is the process of collecting materials, such as plastic and paper that would otherwise be thrown away, and turning them into new products. A lot of things we use day-to-day have the recognizable recycle symbol of three arrows, which stand for “reduce, reuse, recycle.” Perhaps… Read more »

Spring is in the air! Flowers are blooming, grass is growing back, and there are cute, newly born animals everywhere. But no matter how adorable baby squirrels, raccoons, mice, and other creatures may be, they lose quite a bit of their charm when they decide to take up residence in… Read more »

When you depart from your second home and lock it up for the season, how do you keep it safe? With today’s updated technology, watching your vacation house from a distance is more hassle-free than ever. The most efficient way to secure your vacation home is with the installation of… Read more »

In the event of a fire, having a practiced safety escape plan can save lives. Make sure everyone knows when to call 911, how to get out, where to go, and who to contact in the event of an emergency. Remind others to practice staying low to the floor and… Read more »

The #1 cause of house fires and injuries to homeowners are kitchen fires, so avoiding them is a important goal for every household. Using common-sense precautions can greatly reduce the chance of igniting a cooking fire during meal prep, and understanding how to avoid these fires is easy and smart.… Read more »

As much as the majority of us would like to decrease water consumption around the home, we seldom do much about it. So the next time you are about to fork out money for your water bill, pause for a few minutes. Consider that the average household uses 130,000 gallons… Read more »

Do you have a chimney in your house that is used often? If so, it’s important to clean it often to remove buildup and prevent fires. But like any other task around the home, it’s important for you to do it as safely as possible. Here are two simple tips… Read more »