Make Your Deck Safer With These 6 Steps

Make Your Deck Safer With These 6 Steps

May is Deck Safety Month, according to the North American Deck and Railing Association. Older decks that haven’t been well-maintained can easily become unsafe, especially for children and pets. Before your deck starts to see heavy use this summer, take precautions to...
Get Your Fireplace Ready for Winter

Get Your Fireplace Ready for Winter

Prepare your fireplace before using it for the first time this winter. Almost half of all house fires start in the chimney or fireplace. Don’t let your home become a part of this unfortunate statistic. Here are a few steps to get your fireplace ready for cold weather....
Proper Smoke Detector Placement in the Home

Proper Smoke Detector Placement in the Home

5 Tips for Home Smoke Detector Installation Smoke detectors save lives by alerting you and your family to the first signs of smoke and fire. Where you position your smoke detectors affects how well they perform. Here are 5 tips on smoke detector placement in your...