An electrical system in poor condition could be a great danger to you and your family. There is risk of electrocution, fire, and property damage among other things. You might be able to tell that you need to upgrade your system if you notice any of the...

In the summertime, wildfires are a big danger to your property and even your life. If you live in an area where wildfires are common, you should make sure to take steps to protect yourself and your home, especially during a dry period. You want to keep...

Do you know if there is lead in your home? If it was built before 1978, it is a possibility. Lead can cause many health problems, ranging from headaches and hearing problems to serious birth defects. The risk is a lot greater for children, both because...

If you are moving into a new neighborhood, you might find out that there is a Home Owner Association that governs a lot of things when it comes to your choice in architecture and lifestyle. HOAs can be a force for much good in your neighborhood, but there...

Have you ever considered using the sun to power your home? Solar energy technology has reached the point where it is a valid option for private homes. Installing solar panels can help you save money, and it is good for the environment. There are a few...

If you live in an area where excessive heat is a problem, you might want to look into cool roofing. These are materials that are installed to reflect the sun’s radiation away from your home and make it cooler. It could be in the form of a coating or single...

Leading up to the 70s, asbestos was considered to be a very useful material since it could be added to other materials to make them stronger and fire resistant. By that time however, it was discovered that the fibers cause cancer when inhaled. The symptoms...

What are v Save & Exit apor barriers? Put simply, it is a material that is installed for the purpose of controlling moisture. Vapor barriers can be paint, polyethylene, paper or foil. Using paint is a cheap solution since it doesn’t cost much more than...

If you have a lot of windows in your home, it may heat more than you would prefer because of direct sunlight. Therefore, you might want to install window film. Window films are available in any hardware store, and they can be temporary, semi-permanent or...

One of the better price to performance ratios you will find for roofing materials is that of concrete and clay tiles. This is a very durable material that doesn’t require much maintenance. You probably have noticed many beautiful tile roofs, and it is one...