Mold and mildew are types of fungi that share common features but also differ in many ways.
The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend public displays conducted by professionals.
Mold can grow anywhere in homes, including closets.
Water entering your basement due to drainage problems, flash floods, appliance failures or other reasons can cause severe damage to your home.
Radon is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless radioactive gas found in rock, soil, and water, and is relatively harmless outdoors.
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.
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.
Staying safe and comfortable during a power outage requires some planning.
Since 2004, September has been the National Preparedness Month, and this year is no exception.
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 [...]
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 [...]
According to the NFPA, in the United States there are nearly 45 million homes located near woodland settings.
An emergency kit is a collection of basic supplies you and your family may need in the event of a disaster.
Cigarette smoke residue is a yellowish-brown, gluey substance that sticks to every surface in a home, making it difficult and time-consuming to remove.
Smoke alarms save lives.