Stop, Drop and Prevent Home Fires This Holiday Season
Fire hazards abound during the holiday season. With a drastic increase in electrical usage during the holidays, it’s imperative to take precautions when using outlets, stoves and other household...
View ArticleHome Safety: Label All Expiration Dates
In this week’s issue of 52 Ways To Love Your Home let’s talk about labeling the expiration dates of the important parts of your home. Why? Just like food, many parts of your home expire, or require...
View ArticleHow To: Maintain Your Furnace
If your home has forced air (heat or air conditioning) then you have a furnace that needs to be regularly maintained. A professional HVAC company should thoroughly inspect your furnace at least once a...
View Article15 Home Improvement Pros To Hire Before You Move In
Congratulations, you just bought a home! Unfortunately you, the realtor and the home inspector have noticed a few issues with the home that should be addressed. Or perhaps your family has some home...
View ArticleCarbon Monoxide Detectors
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a toxic gas with a colorless, odorless, and tasteless exposure that can be leaked in your home without warning. Carbon monoxide is the result of an insufficient supply of oxygen...
View ArticleDecember Maintenance Guide
December is a month of chilly nights and warm holiday spirit. If you live where snow is prominent, you know that keeping your family safe from icy slips and snowdrifts is important. December can also...
View ArticleUsing Reminders for a Healthy Home
We already use labels to remind us of upcoming maintenance. Make labels to remind you when to perform home maintenance. Just like the oil in your engine or the food in your refrigerator, many critical...
View ArticleOctober Maintenance Guide
October is a great month to check off your fall home maintenance tasks. As our regions transition into fall, you may have a lot of weekend projects you’re trying to get done before peak holiday season...
View ArticleCleaning A Kitchen Range Exhaust System
The ventilation system above or next to your stove top serves several important functions in the kitchen. It helps remove moisture, smoke and odors, helps improve indoor air quality, and most...
View ArticleDecember Maintenance Guide
If the chill of December is making your home cold, you’ll want to make sure your winterizing tasks are being completed this month. This can include insulating the plumbing so that your pipes don’t...
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