Disasters happen more and more frequently these days, and many times in areas that previously hadn’t experienced such events in the past. Some disasters can come upon you with very short notice and cause massive destruction, so preparation is very important. Some have...

Have you ever thought of going with a metal roof? You might have a few concerns, and usually, the main one is noise. We’ve all heard rain falling down on a metal roof, or even worse, hail. You can probably imagine the noise that would generate inside of your home if...

Did your parents teach you not to stick things into wall receptacles? Curious children that have observed their parents plugging in different devices might decide to try it out for themselves, and you know how quick and sneaky children can be. Unfortunately, regular...

In the construction of new homes, building for optimum energy efficiency is often a high priority. What about those of us who live in an older historic home? These homes were built before any of the more modern energy saving innovations. Is there no way to be energy...

Vapor barriers can be a very complex topic, but it's also a very important one. Vapor barriers are designed to keep moisture from permeating into your home, causing issues like mold growth. There are a lot of different types of vapor barriers that vary widely in...

Are you considering the idea of building a new home, or renovating an existing home? If so, you've got a lot of choices to make, and it's likely that your contractor may not make all of them very easy. One thing that some contractors might recommend is the use of...

In the day and age that we're living in, it's nearly impossible to be "too careful." If it's not a direct threat to our family's or our own safety, it may be a threat to someone else's safety that we might be held accountable for. For these and many other reasons, a...

It's probably safe to say that many homeowners do not think that personal protective equipment (PPE) is needed when they're working around the house. While it's true that most of the common household tasks that the average homeowner performs on their property are...

If you've ever been inside an industrial building, you know that they are not always the picture of cleanliness. Dirt, dust, grime, and other things like these are the price paid for making stuff and getting hard work done. However, they can also be hazardous to the...

Mold is a growing issue. Pun intended. Seriously, though, not only is mold an increasingly common problem for homeowners, but it's also a problem that spreads over time if not remediated completely, or better yet, stopped before it starts. To help you fight the battle...