Over the years, fire pits have become "must haves" in backyards nationwide. Whether you want one for aesthetics or to keep warm on a chilly night, there are significant safety considerations to take into account for your family and pets. According to the National Fire...
Spring and summer are the most popular seasons when people modify their homes. If you’re in the market for some upgrades to your home, like a new roof due to its age or beautification of the outside, like tree and shrub removal, you’ll want to ensure that the person...
Your home is one of your most important assets, so naturally, you want to ensure your homeowner’s insurance policy provides you with protection and also covers a broader range of circumstances. To avoid being underinsured, the Insurance Information Institute (III)...
Whether you have owned your home for years or you are a first-time owner, a regular maintenance schedule is important for the upkeep of every house – no matter what time of the year. By inspecting your home monthly and keeping up with routine projects, a regular...
From gas to food to clothing, consumers in the United States continue to get hit in the wallet due to rising inflation, supply chain issues, and reconstruction and labor costs. Homeowners in some states are also seeing their insurance premiums more than double due to...
Everyone is looking for ways to save money these days as prices rise on just about everything. If you live in a state prone to cold weather and use gas, oil, electricity, or a wood stove, there are numerous ways you can save on heating costs for your home this winter....
After a cold, dark winter most people look forward to the sights and sounds of the spring. But with the warmer months also comes the potential for heavy rains, which can lead to slippery driving and property damage. So what can a homeowner do to help avoid the hassle...
Between 2014 and 2018, fire departments across the United States responded to an estimated 13,820 fires in which clothes dryers ignited, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Of those fires, there were annually an average of seven deaths, 344 injuries...
Did you know? Electrical malfunction is the leading cause of home fires year after year.