Floods can occur almost any time of the year.
Water entering your basement due to drainage problems, flash floods, appliance failures or other reasons can cause severe damage to your home.
Are Lithium-Ion Batteries Safe? A lithium-ion battery (Li-ion battery) is a type of rechargeable battery that is common in home electronics.
A small home fire can spread to the whole house in under 30 seconds.
National Burn Awareness Week (NBAW) is being observed this week, February 5-11, and is sponsored by the American Burn Association.
Your home may harbor a large mold colony without you even knowing.
Mold can easily grow in an environment that is rich in moisture and organic material, and with temperatures between 32 and 120 degrees.
People living in apartments face several challenges when dealing with a fire.
Basements are more vulnerable to flooding and water damage than other areas of the home.
Home fires not only put you and your family at risk, but also your pets.
Radon is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless radioactive gas found in rock, soil, and water, and is relatively harmless outdoors.
Water damage claims have been growing faster than other claims in homeowners insurance.
In the cold winter months, mold tends to grow in homes with poor ventilation, elevated humidity, and unresolved water leaks.
Wood-burning fireplaces require periodic maintenance to function properly and safely.
Grease fires most often occur when a pan is left on the fire for too long.
An important aspect of your winter preparation is making sure that your roof is in good condition before the cold season begins.
With winter on the way, it’s time to make early preparations to your home for the season.
Every home needs to be equipped with smoke alarms.
Fire extinguishers are essential to every home and property.
Smoke alarms are crucial to preventing fire deaths and injuries during a home fire.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has designated October 9-15, 2016 as Fire Prevention Week.