For every job you do around your home, there is usually a type of PPE that should be used. PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment, and it is used to protect you from many types of danger. It could be gloves to protect you from an acidic chemical, a breather mask...

Do you know how to properly use a ladder? That might seem like a silly question, climbing a ladder must be one of the most basic things you could do. Unfortunately, however, falling is the cause of one of the largest numbers of personal injuries in this country, and...

You might not think about this when you go to the bathroom, but the flushing toilet has made life a lot easier. Just imagine having to go outside every time you needed to go to the bathroom, no matter what the weather or temperature. Fortunately, flushing toilets have...

Have you ever had mold in your home? It is one of the worst enemies of a homeowner, and it could cause many health issues, some of them quite serious. Sometimes, you might not be able to identify mold easily, but you might suspect that it is growing somewhere in your...

With warmer weather approaching, many parents try to find ways to entertain their kids outdoors with something that will give them exercise, as well as, a fun experience. Trampolines are ideal for this, but you should make sure that the trampoline doesn’t become a...

Do you know what is one of the most difficult smells to remove from a home? The answer is tobacco odor. Tobacco smoke consists of very tiny particles which can make it through filters that will put a stop to a lot of other things. This means that if a smoker lived in...

The kitchen has been called the heart of a home, and in many families, this is definitely the case. Many meals are prepared and shared there. However, what are some issues that a home inspector could spot in your kitchen? A lot of problems could arise around the sink....

How do you get into your attic? You might have a pull down ladder for access, since this saves space compared to using a staircase for getting up there. While it is very nice to have this for space, it is not the most ideal for moving a lot of things into your attic....

Are you worried about the safety of your family because of crime rates in the area you live in? In larger cities, criminal elements make inroads into more affluent areas, and home invasions are becoming more common than they used to be. Some have chosen to install a...