Growing up, you probably loved playing in a playground, and you might want the same for your children. It is great for them to play outdoors, both for their physical stamina, as well as, for their respiratory system. So if you have a playground on your property, do...

Who doesn’t love spending some time in the backyard at the grill? Nothing really makes you feel more like summer than having some grilled food for supper. Depending on your preference, you might use a gas grill, a charcoal grill or even an electric grill. Here are...

Water is something we all use every day, but it can also do great harm to your home. Rot, mold and rust are the most common issues you see from water damage, but there are many other issues that it can cause. Unfortunately, there are also many different causes for...

Is there anything you, as a parent, can do that will make your children safer? Of course, the safety of your children is of foremost concern to you, but this doesn’t mean that there isn’t room for improvement. Every year there are many accidents involving children...

Have you ever watched a remodeling show on TV? It seems like such a simple and fun process, and usually people will speak of “flipping” homes showing it to be very easy to just buy a home, remodel it and then make a lot of money out of it. Is this realistic? Well,...

You have probably heard of asbestos, especially if you have bought an older home. There are many dangers that come with asbestos. It can lead to lung cancer and many other respiratory problems. Unfortunately, asbestos was used extensively from when it was first...

What kid doesn’t love a pool?  The season for pools is definitely getting closer and closer. If you have a pool, whether it is inground or above ground, you should make sure that your children can enjoy the pool, but at the same time be safe. You probably already...

In the cold winter months, there is nothing nicer than sitting inside your warm, insulated home. But how good is your insulation actually? To measure the effectiveness of insulation, there is a measurement called R-value. Usually, the climate in the area where you...

It is common today for people to want to live off the grid. It could be that they want to be safe in case there is an emergency, they might be concerned with the impact they have on the environment, or maybe they just want to save some money. Catching rainwater can be...

Does it make a difference if your outlets in your home are grounded or not? It most definitely does. There are many reasons why it matters. The main reason is safety. You want to make sure that you will not be electrocuted because of a failing appliance. A proper...