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Beware Backflow
When water flows backward through the water supply system, it is called backsiphonage or backflow. When that water is ... |
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Bring Outdoor Items In
If you have furniture and other outdoor equipment on your patio or deck, bring them inside when strong weather threatens. ... |
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Broken Windows
Always wear thick gardening gloves when handling broken glass, and use goggles if you have to break any glass. Carefully ... |
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Buying Ceramic Tile
Ceramic tile is a natural material, and some types of tile are made from recycled glass (including the products listed below). ... |
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Carbon Monoxide Risks
To reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, have your heating equipment "tuned up" each year, preferably before the ... |
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Carbon Monoxide Symptoms
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are often confused with those of influenza, and the highest incidence of poisoning ... |
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Catalytic Combuster
If you have a newer EPA-rated woodstove, you might have a catalytic combuster in there somewhere. Make sure to check the ... |
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Child Lead Check
To reduce your child's exposure to lead, get your child checked, have your home tested (especially if your home has paint in ... |
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Child Proof House
There are simple things you can do to safeguard your home for your children. Install safety latches on drawers and cabinets. ... |
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Child Safety
It's important to remember that small children and home improvement projects don't mix. Keep your kids safe by keeeping ... |
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Childproofing Tips
Here are some more great tips from BobVila.com.
Most new parents know they need to take steps to protect their child from ... |
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Chimney Check
The National Fire Protection Association (in NFPA 211) recommends you have your chimney checked at least once a year, and ... |
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Chimney Fire Plan
Do you know what to do during a chimney fire? Call the fire department and exit the house - just like any other house fire. ... |
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Chimney Liners
Have your chimney sweep ensure that your chimney has an appropriate liner. Chimney liners are required in new construction to ... |
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Chimney Safety
Most fires involving either masonry or prefabricated metal chimneys occur because of improper installation, use or ... |
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CO Detector
Install a carbon monoxide detector to warn of harmful gases that may be entering your home because of a blocked or damaged ... |
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CO Safety
Follow these safety tips to protect against CO poisoning: Never use a generator indoors, including in homes, garages, ... |
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Coiled Cords
Never use an extension cord while it is coiled or looped. Never cover any part of an extension cord with newspapers, clothing, ... |
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Dig Safe
Before you do any deep digging or drilling on your property, be sure there are no underground utilities where you plan to ... |
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Dog Fence Options
Here’s another great tip from BobVila.com.
While we all know they don’t like to be fenced in, after thousands of years of ... |
