Fires can happen in any part of the house, but the basement is one of the most dangerous areas. If you have a basement, having little to no windows and having only one point of entry could make it difficult to escape if there is a fire. Crews fighting a potential...
Between 2016 and 2020, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) said fire departments responded to an estimated 343,100 home structure fires, which caused $7.6 billion in direct property damage. Of that damage, 26% of reported fires take place in U.S. homes and...
As a homeowner, it's essential to keep up with routine maintenance projects as they will save you from more complicated repairs down the road. One of those regular projects is cleaning your roof gutters, which should be done at least twice a year – usually best to do...
Disasters and emergencies can happen at any time. That's why during National Preparedness Month in September, Americans are reminded of the impact that potential disasters can have. Disasters typically include natural events such as avalanche, earthquake, extreme...
While power outages can happen any time of the year, an electric grid assessment shows that outages are becoming increasingly common across parts of the United States. Between droughts in the western part of the country and peak demand for power in other regions, our...
What you need to know to stay safe during a hurricane.
Although not as common as hurricanes, every year about 1,200 tornadoes with wind speeds as high as 300 mph touch down in the United States, according to the Insurance Information Institute. A tornado, as described by the National Weather Service or NWS, is “a...
As the weather gets warmer, it's time to venture outdoors and start tidying up your yard. When you’re a homeowner, one of your must-do tasks is cutting the lawn. Before putting away your lawnmower for the winter or when you take it back out for spring, it’s...
As the costs of oil and electricity skyrocket due to inflation, you may be tempted to use alternative ways to heat your home this winter. While some people might choose to use their fireplaces, wood stoves, coal stoves and pellet stoves, others might opt for space...