Category: safety
The smell of freshly baked cookies and the sight of twinkling lights throughout your neighborhood can only mean one thing – the holiday season is here. Decorating your home, opening stockings by the fire, lighting the menorah, or toasting to the New Year with friends and family... Read More
The U.S. is the world’s largest producer of natural gas. People use it every day to generate heat, cook, and dry clothes, among other things. In fact, in 2021, about... Read More
A living room remodel can take many forms, from a simple refresh to a complete gut job. Whether you’re simply painting your walls in an apartment in Phoenix, AZ, or doing a complete makeover in a house in Philadelphia, PA,... Read More
On a scale of “good” to “not great,” buying a house with a leaking buried oil tank is usually closer to “not great,” especially when you didn’t know about the tank beforehand. The good news is that properties with underground oil tanks are rare. But these... Read More
Pets and plants are excellent additions to any home – they can provide companionship, relieve stress, and create beauty in your home. Unfortunately, the two don’t always live in harmony, as many plants are poisonous to pets. Although it’s not fun to think about, learning about pet-poisonous and... Read More
Are you hearing scratching and scurrying around your apartment at night? If you don’t have a cat to confirm your suspicions, you may need to look around for signs that you’re sharing your apartment with an unwelcome furry little friend. Rodent problems are common in big cities, especially in... Read More
Mold is always around you. There are probably spores in the air you’re breathing right now. For most people, a few mold spores won’t pose a health risk. But, given a chance to grow, mold can quickly threaten the health of a home and the people living there. Read More
Pets are great companions. They provide health benefits like socialization, intellectual stimulation, and companionship while bringing joy to people’s lives. Unfortunately, renting with pets can be difficult; property managers generally view animals as risks and dissuade people from having them through higher rent,... Read More
Living in a condominium or apartment complex can give residents a great sense of security, and typically for good reason – many community complexes feature a secure access control that carefully manages authorized entry. Typically, you don’t see this level of access control in single-family properties, unless you’re... Read More
As the temperatures continue to drop and the days grow shorter, it’s only a matter of time until winter is in full swing. Before you break out the fuzzy blankets, crank up the heater, and watch the snow fall from the comfort of the great indoors, you’ll need... Read More
Natural and environmental hazards driven by climate change are becoming key considerations for today’s homebuyers. Each year, wildfires burn millions of acres across the U.S. and cause severe damage to buildings, homes, and communities. Few homeowners can imagine the devastation that a wildfire... Read More
The foundation is one of the most important parts of any home, if not the most important. The foundation is what supports your home, keeps moisture out, resists movement, and insulates from the heat and cold. Foundation problems can create a number of issues throughout your home, so... Read More