Safety

These home safety tips will help you keep your family safe during storms, prevent home fires and show you how to work alone safely.

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30,000 Gas Ranges Recalled Due to Risk of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

This follows 44 reports of carbon monoxide emissions from the ranges, and at least three people requiring medical treatment.

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How Often To Replace Smoke Detectors

Smoke detectors are essential to home safety. But how long do they last, and when should you replace them?


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Is the Federal Government Really Going to Ban Gas Stoves?

No. The Consumer Product Safety Commission is looking into the safety hazards from indoor air pollution by gas stoves, but...


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Are Gas Stoves Dangerous?

Is your gas stove making your home's indoor air quality worse? Recent studies say yes. Is it time to get...


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5 Ways to Keep Your Food From Spoiling During a Power Outage

These power outage food safety tips keep food from spoiling when you're left in the dark.

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Fact or Fiction: Why Can’t You Put Metal in the Microwave?

Can you really set your microwave on fire? It depends. (And no, you shouldn't try this at home to test...


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15 Things Home Inspectors Wish You Knew

These things home inspectors wish you knew can help sellers prepare for a home sale and make buyers aware of...