Healthy Home

Want to live in a quieter home? Read this article for some great ideas on how to tone down the hubbub both inside and outside your house. From…

Spray paint is toxic, and cheap masks don't offer much protection. The best way to avoid permanent brain damage is to use an activated carbon…

Water is always the cause of mold and mildew, but finding the source of the problem can seem like an unsolvable mystery. Follow our tips for…

How mold and mildew get a foothold in your home, how to clean and get rid of it and how to prevent its return. Eliminate moisture sources; water…

CO (carbon monoxide) detectors usually wear out in 5-7 years. Replace them with a “fuel-cell electro-chemical” sensor type and with…

If your basement is wet and your lawn is too flat or has too much clay to drain, you may need to direct your gutters into a dry well. Learn how…

If you live in an older home, it's a good idea to check for lead paint, especially before remodeling. Start with an inexpensive DIY test,…

Have your wood-burning fireplace chimney cleaned by a professional chimney sweep after about 50 fires. Check it for excess creosote build-up…

What is radon? More important, how do you know if your house has it? We’ll show you how to test for radon—and how to stop radon…

Making your home safer (and avoiding red flags) makes your home a better risk, which can reduce your insurance premiums by 10 to 45 percent.

Reports have linked some types of granite countertops to radon gas. If you're concerned about yours, the simplest way to check is with a DIY…

Since they don't use vacuum bags, bagless vacuums need more frequent filter changes and cleanings. Find them all (there may be several) and…

Reduce dust in your house with these eight easy steps to keep the dust bunnies from multiplying. We'll talk about better furnace filters and…

Static electricity can be a real problem in winter, especially in houses with carpets and radiator heat. There are several simple ways to reduce…

Achieve scald protection for your tub and shower by installing anti-scald showerheads and tub spouts. You don’t have to tear open the wall and…

Noisy bath fans are annoying and often don't get used, resulting in moisture problems. Replace them with a quiet fan and motor without…

Keep your furnace running efficiently and safely and prevent the hassle of breakdowns with a few simple maintenance procedures. We'll walk you…

We'll show you how to deal with the familiar problem of condensation on windows in the winter. The article explains common sources of…

Don't assume that you need heating and cooling ducts cleaned unless you actually have excessive dust and debris or mold in them. Unless you…

Simplify and speed up dusting, vacuuming, stain and scum removal and other house cleaning chores with these 11 easy tips. You'll have a cleaner…