How To Prevent A Dryer Fire
Posted: January 16, 2020
Laundry is part of life’s weekly grind. But did you know that dryers cause roughly 15,500 home structure fires, 29 deaths, 400 injuries, and $192 million in direct property loss each year? What’s more, most dryer fires happen in the winter. What can cause a dryer fire? The most common cause of dryer fires is failure to do a thorough cleaning. Because a lint trap...Wishing For A Walk-In Pantry? Try These DIY Ideas
Posted: January 14, 2020
What homebuyers look for in the perfect kitchen has evolved over the years. And as our personal collections of appliances, utensils, and ingredients grow, pantry storage has made its way to the top of the list. Our recent national survey found that a walk-in pantry was the most common feature homeowners regretted not getting in their last home purchase – with just under a third...How To Pick The Perfect Houseplant
Posted: January 6, 2020
Houseplants offer a quick, easy way to add a splash of color to your home decor. And they’ve been proven to help purify the air inside your house, too. But have you ever bought a beautiful plant from a local greenhouse only to watch it shrivel up a few weeks later? If so, you know there’s a lot more to consider than how a flower,...7 Tips To Help Your New Year’s Resolution Stick
Posted: January 2, 2020
As the year winds down, people will be making New Year’s resolutions—and lots of them. This year, many Americans will make a New Year’s resolution to get fit, stop smoking, learn French, stress less, and onward and so on. And yet… Anyone who has witnessed a crowded January gym slow to a trickle by February knows that many resolutions just don’t stick. Some studies have...11 Tips For A Safe & Fun New Year’s Eve
Posted: December 30, 2019
As the new year approaches, there are plenty of ways to celebrate. You can watch the ball drop with your family, host a gathering with friends, or even count down until midnight at a public party. But whether you’re ringing in the new year at home or spending a night out on the town, safety should always be a top priority. Here are a few...