Home Security

By Janine Frank

Climate Change: Is Your Home At Risk? Here's How To Find Out

From wildfires to floods, the impact of climate change keeps growing every year. Here's how to figure out whether you should be worried about your home.

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By Jillian Chapman

Yes, The Sun Can Burn Your House Down: What To Know About Sun-Caused House Fires

Believe it or not, the sun can burn your house down. If you know how and why this happens, you can take fire safety measures to prevent this fate.

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By Ron Baker

I Wired My New House. Here's Why You Shouldn't

There are some tasks better left to the experts, particularly when they involve 1,000 pages of National Electrical Code for safety. Here's what can go wrong.

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By Jillian Chapman

Are Wood Homes More Likely To Catch Fire & Burn Down?

If you have a wood home or want to buy one, you may be considering what the likelihood is that it will burn down from a fire compared to other exteriors.

By Ethan Harrison Smith

How Long Smoke Detectors Typically Last (& Signs It's Time For A Replacement)

Smoke detectors (not just their batteries) have a temporary shelf life. Find out how long yours will last, and how to know it's time for a full replacement.

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By Charlotte D. Miller

How Long Can You Use An Extension Cord (& When Does It Get Deadly?)

There's a time limit for how long you should be using an extension cord. It's not a permanent solution and misusing one could be fatal. Follow these guidelines.

By Ethan Harrison Smith

Broken Window? Here's What You Need To Do Next

If a window in your home just broke, don't panic. There are some steps you can take to mitigate the damage before you are able to get it repaired.

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By Erika Dale

It's Not Ghosts: Here's The Reason Your Doors Slam On Their Own

Your old house has doors that mysteriously close themselves. Worried? You shouldn't be, because there's a surprisingly logical (and not ethereal) explanation.

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By Jillian Chapman

Add Stylish Privacy To Your Patio With An Easy DIY Wooden Slat Project

If you want your patio to be a place of comfort, style, and privacy, you can accomplish it with this DIY wooden slat privacy wall project.

By Ron Baker

Are Electric Space Heaters Really That Deadly? Here's What You Need To Know

If you have an electric space heater that will get heavy use in colder weather, you should know if it might be deadly in your home. Here are the safety facts.

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By Mariette Williams

11 Bullet Points You Need On Your Home Safety Checklist

Nobody wants their home to burn down, or for a deadly accident to occur. Here is a checklist for a safe, secure home that you don't need to worry about.

By Jimmy Borden

Why Won't My Sentry Key Work On My Sentry Safe?

Is your Sentry Safe stuck, and the Sentry Key that goes with it isn't working for some reason? We have troubleshooting tips that might be able to help.