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Ah, winter! Time to shut out those cold, blustery winds, grab the lap robe and the hot chocolate, and cozy up for a relaxing evening by the fire.
But wait – that’s “fire,” as in chimney fire, firefighter, and fire insurance.
Tell the truth:
How would you rate your fire-safety IQ? When was the last [...]
Here in New England we are starting to clean up after the surprising (and disheartening?) Halloween-weekend snowstorm. For many of us, that means clearing downed trees, and waiting for the snow to melt so we can rake up the leaves were ignored the weekend before.
Before you pull on your work gloves and grab [...]
Imagine if every home in America was built entirely with products made in the USA!
Chances are good that, if that had happened once upon a time, we wouldn’t be hearing about so many factories around the country closing their doors and the thousands of workers in the building trades and related industries out of [...]
Whether you are a die-hard do-it-yourselfer, or just tackling your first DIY project, you can find a wealth of great resources online.
In fact, there may be too many resources! That’s why we’ve put together a few of our favorite stops for those seeking project advice:
The Family Handyman
Check out their [...]
Here in New England, the weather is beginning to cool and our thoughts turn to pulling out the warm sweaters, unpacking the down comforter and turning up the heat.
Before you crank up the temperature, the experts at DIY Network recommend having a professional technician service the system before the start of the [...]
Considering a pet? Chances are, your first choice will be canine. In fact, some reports say that more than 21 million households in the U.S. keep at least one dog.
If you’re about to add your name to that list, here are some resources you may find interesting:
With all eyes on Hurricane Irene, you may be wondering what you can do to prepare your home for the impending storm.
According to the National Weather Service, hurricane hazards come in many forms, including storm surge, high winds, tornadoes, and flooding.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommends [...]
Are you a new homeowner? No matter what the age of your new home, you’ll eventually discover that there’s something that needs fixing. Many of these attention-grabbers are simple things you’ll be able to handle on your own.
There are, of course, some very basic tools you’ll want on hand for normal home repairs. [...]
Kids in the house? Whether they’re yours or just occasional visitors, it’s important to make sure your home is childproof. Here’s a list of 12 Safety Devices to Safeguard Your Children, from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Click here for the pdf.
And — especially for grandparents and caregivers – here are [...]
With temperatures continuing to soar here in New England and around the country, many of us are looking for ways to cool off! Here are some resources that may help.
Buy an air conditioner
Thinking of buying an air conditioner? Before you shop, makes sure to check out the air conditioner guide [...]
