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What Is the Difference Between Mold and Mildew?

Mold and mildew are types of fungi that share common features but also differ in many ways.

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How to Safely Store and Handle Fireworks

The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend public displays conducted by professionals.

How to Prevent Mold Growth in Your Closets

Mold can grow anywhere in homes, including closets.

7 Key Tips to Keep Water Out of Your Basement

Water entering your basement due to drainage problems, flash floods, appliance failures or other reasons can cause severe damage to your home.

How to Prevent Mold in Your Attic

Mold grows in the attic when there is a moisture problem.

January is National Radon Action Month

Radon is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless radioactive gas found in rock, soil, and water, and is relatively harmless outdoors.

What Are the Most Dangerous Household Chemicals?

Although we use them every day, many cleaners and chemicals we keep in our homes can be very dangerous if splashed on the skin, inhaled or ingested.

What Should I Do After a Fire Accident?

In the aftermath of a home fire, it’s very important to know what to do and what to avoid doing.

National Fire Safety Week: Be Aware, Be Prepared

Fire Prevention Week was established in 1922 to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, which killed more than 250 people and left 100,000 homeless.

September Is National Preparedness Month

Since 2004, September has been the National Preparedness Month, and this year is no exception.

5 Common Sources of Disasters in Your Home

Disasters can strike a home in many ways, whether from floods, fires, storms or other catastrophic natural events, or from sources within the home, with the most common being: pipe [...]

How to Create a Home Inventory

In the unfortunate case that your possessions get stolen or destroyed in a fire or other disaster, having an itemized list of all your belongings is crucial to recovering them [...]

How to Make an Emergency Kit

An emergency kit is a collection of basic supplies you and your family may need in the event of a disaster.

Should the Air Ducts in the Home Be Cleaned?

Generally speaking, if your air ducts look dirty, they probably are, and they should be cleaned professionally.

Smoke Alarms for People with Hearing Impairments

Smoke alarms save lives.

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