Safety

LIGHTNING STORM SAFETY

Safety, Spring, Summer...

Thunder and lightning storms are fairly common occurrences in the U.S.  With the impressive show they put on, it can be easy to forget their dangers a...

June 2007 Money Pit Weekend To-do Projects

Decorating & Design, Garage, Home Security, Safety, Storage & Organization, Summer, Tools...

Summer is here and it’s time to get busy with projects during the warmest home improvement season of the year.  Here’s where to begin......

Home Safety During Summer Excursions

Air Conditioning, Appliances, Electrical, Plumbing, Safety, Summer...

Summer is a hot season for home burglaries, with the numbers typically peaking in July and August, and being the victim of one can certainly ruin all ...

Protect Your Home From Break-ins During The Holidays

Doors, Lawn & Garden, Lighting, Safety, Windows & Skylights...

This year’s holiday season promises to be as busy and wonderfully hectic as ever – shopping and gift-giving, decorating and celebrating with friends ....

Garage Safety Tips

Garage, Safety, Storage & Organization...

For many Americans, garages are the most well worn entryway to their homes.  Besides the daily family traffic, the garage is also a place where we mi....

Consumer Reports Rates 13 Ladders “Not Acceptable” For Safety Risks

Safety...

Every year there are roughly 180,000 emergency-room visits and 150 deaths associated with household ladder use. And while human error may explain so...

Interconnected Smoke Alarms Save Lives

Electrical, Safety...

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), most Americans feel they are more at risk of being a victim of a tornado than of a hous....

Enhancing Home Fire Safety – The Case For Wireless Technology

Electrical, Safety...

Although significant progress has been made in the United States in reducing the number of deaths caused by accidental fires in the home, these incid....

Protecting Those Most At Risk From Fire

Electrical, Safety...

Young children and older adults face the highest risks of dying in a fire because they often lack the physical strength to get out of a home quickly,....

Keep Family Safe With Holiday Tips

Decorating & Design, Safety...

Trees, lights and holiday cheer make this such a special time of year. Don't let your celebrations turn to tragedies because of dangerous decoration.....

Make Your Home Safe For Kids

Electrical, Safety, Windows & Skylights...

Taking a few minutes now to check your house for indoor hazards can save a trip to the doctor or worse. Nothing short of a rubber room can be made co....

Radon Review

Safety...

As the story goes, Stanley was a nuclear power company employee from Pennsylvania. One day he arrived at work and the radiation monitors at the plant....

Check House For Sources Of Carbon Monoxide

Chimneys, Heating, Safety...

As a professional home inspector who has completed thousands of heating system examinations, it is astounding the number of times I find a problem wi....

Small Fall Fix-ups Avert Big Winter Woes

Energy Savings, Heating, Insulation & Ventilation, Plumbing, Safety, Wood Stoves & Fireplaces...

While most people make sure their cars are in good shape for the winter, many  don’t appreciate the value of the same type of maintenance for their h....

Home Safety For Seniors

Bath Remodeling, Electrical, Flooring, Heating, Safety...

According to a recent survey by the American Association of Retired People (AARP), most seniors want to remain in their own homes as long as possible....

Top Ten Home Improvements For The Holidays

Appliances, Bath Remodeling, Decorating & Design, Driveways, Paths & Sidewalks, Flooring, Painting & Staining, Roofing, Safety, Windows & Skylights...

Expecting a crowd this holiday season?  Here’s a home improvement “To Do” list to make sure your entertaining is safe, happy and fun!FLOORING – New c....

A Season Of Trauma

Safety...

For the first time ever, a study by the National Safe Kids Campaign has revealed that May marks the start of a “trauma season” during which children ....

Packing Makes Perfect

Safety...

Vacation season is soon to be underway and if you've decided to brave this summer's expected high gas prices for a trip over the nation's highways... ...

Fight Fires At Home With These Tips

Chimneys, Heating, Safety...

If you're like most Americans, you think you're at very little risk of experiencing a fire. This attitude, however, can be almost as dangerous as f......

Is Your Water Safe?

Kitchen Remodeling, Plumbing, Safety...

Your tap water smells like rotten eggs and tastes a little funny. Is it unhealthy? Probably not. You can’t really tell about water quality from its l....

Two Seconds Is Too Late

Lawn & Garden, Pool, Safety...

 For much of the country, Memorial Day marks the start of outdoor summer fun, like backyard barbecues, beaches and parties.  Unfortunately, this hol.....

10 Tips To Prevent Hurricane Damage

Safety, Storm Proofing...

If you live in a hurricane-prone zone, here are ten tipsd to help you stay safe and minimize damage.WEAK WINDOWS – If you live along the coast, homem....

Surviving Fire

Safety...

In the next two hours, someone in the United States is likely to die in a fire.  According to the National Fire Protection Association, 80% of these ....

Give Your Grill A Safety Check

Appliances, Safety...

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the summer and a great time for sizzling steaks, burgers or even veggies on the grill.  But just because y....

Buying A New Grill

Appliances, Safety...

If you’re ready to invest in a new grill, you’re in luck. Today’s grills are better than ever and have lots of cool features to make for a carefree c....

Avoid Bacteria At Barbecues

Appliances, Safety...

Warm weather and raw meat is the perfect environment to breed bacteria that can make you really sick. To stay safe, follow these guidelines when prep....

Blackout Safety Tips

Electrical, Safety, Storm Proofing...

When a power outage occurs, life as you knew it takes some twists and turns.  Here are some tips to keep in mind to make sure you get through it safe....

Take Offensive On Product Safety

Safety...

What do Snuggle® Teeny Bean Bears and Child Craft changing tables have in common? They all can be dangerous!Each has been recalled by their manufactu....

Keep Family Safe In Natural Disaster

Safety, Storm Proofing...

What would you do if high winds took out all your phone service? An earthquake cut your water, gas or electricity? Or, you had to leave your home on ....

Take Hazards Out Of Your Hazardous Waste

Product Recomendations, Safety...

Quick. What should you do with left over house paint?Pour it down your sink and rinse can well.Pour it at the curb and flush with hose into nearest s....

Ready - Set- Snow!

Cleaning, Driveways, Paths & Sidewalks, Safety...

Are you one the weather watchers betting "El Nino" will send the snow storm "El Dumpo" to the north-east? Even if you're not - n.....

Make Your Home Burgler Proof

Doors, Safety...

The holiday season and winter vacations can be a time of joy, laughter ... and burglaries. Yes, unfortunately, break-ins are more common than we'd i.....

Discourage Disaster

Home Security, Safety...

Florida had fires, Texas has floods, and hurricanes have hurried up our coast lines. Natural disasters have plagued man since the dawn of time and if....

Tool Time Safety

Electrical, Safety...

As the number of people choosing to perform home improvement projects on their own continues to rise, so does the number of injuries. What can begin a...

Detectors Don’t Lie

Heating, Safety...

One of the simplest ways to protect yourself from carbon monoxide poisoning is by purchasing a detector. Technology has made these devices inexpensiv....

Ladder Safety

Safety...

Using a common household tool, the ladder, can be harmful to your health – if you don’t follow safely precautions.    Worn or improperly used ladders....

Kidde Wireless Smokesounder

Electrical, Safety...

The Kidde Wireless SmokeSounder provides additional warning for those who may not wake to the sound of a traditional smoke alarm. Its loud talking vo....

Tree Shopping - 11/30 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Caulking, Chimneys, Energy Savings, Fall, Heating, Insulation & Ventilation, Plumbing, Safety...

Are you getting ready for the quest of the year? The hunt for the perfect Christmas tree is on! You won’t be alone in your search: according to the ...

The Silent Killer - 11/9 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Appliances, Chimneys, Contractors, Energy Savings, Fall, Heating, Product Recomendations, Safety, Storm Proofing, Tools...

You can’t see it, taste it or smell it – but it’s the number one cause of poisoning deaths in the country. It’s carbon monoxide and this is the time ...

Got Mice? 11/2 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Appliances, Bugs, Pests & Rodents, Decorating & Design, Energy Savings, Plumbing, Safety, Storage & Organization, Tub & Shower...

You’re sitting there minding your own business, when suddenly you see a small, scurrying THING out of the corner of your eye. There’s no doubt about ...

Cleaning Up Mischievous Messes - 10/26 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Caulking, Cleaning, Energy Savings, Fall, Safety, Windows & Skylights...

In just a few days, you’ll likely catch sight of Hannah Montana, Spiderman, Barbie or even the entire cast of High School Musical roaming around your ...

Learn How to Get a $300 Tax Credit - 10/19 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Doors, Energy Savings, Fall, Heating, Lighting, Safety...

Wouldn't it be great if you NEVER had to worry about running out of hot water? Do want to pay LESS MONEY to heat water for your home? How about a $3...

Worry-Free Winter Haven 10/12 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Caulking, Decorating & Design, Fall, Heating, Insulation & Ventilation, Lawn & Garden, Painting & Staining, Product Recomendations, Safety, Tools, Windows & Skylights...

You are probably enjoying the last few days of comfortable autumn weather and trying NOT to think about winterizing your home for the chill ahead. Bu...

Get Out Alive - 10/5 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Appliances, Cleaning, Energy Savings, Fall, Lighting, Safety...

October is the perfect month for a whole home fire safety check. Each year there are nearly 390,000 reported home fires in this country resulting in ...

Illuminate Your Landscaping - 9/28 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Cleaning, Decorating & Design, Driveways, Paths & Sidewalks, Electrical, Flooring, Painting & Staining, Product Recomendations, Safety, Siding, Storm Proofing, Walls & Ceilings...

In your home, lighting can create a mood, light a work area, keep you safe at night and create drama. You can use exterior lighting to create the sam...

Toys & Toxins Don't Mix 9/14 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Cleaning, Energy Savings, Garage, Heating, Product Recomendations, Safety, Storage & Organization, Tools...

When was the last time your car saw the inside of your garage? If you’re like many Americans, the answer might be: never! As we accumulate more stuff,...

DIY Dangers - 9/7 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Appliances, Energy Savings, Fall, Faucets, Heating, Insulation & Ventilation, Lawn & Garden, Safety...

You want to do-it-yourself, but SHOULD you? You may have the guts and gusto to tackle home improvement yourself, but make sure you also have the skil...

Fall Fix Ups - 8/31 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Bath Remodeling, Decorating & Design, Fall, Furniture Refinishing & Repair, Heating, Insulation & Ventilation, Kitchen Remodeling, Roofing, Safety, Siding, Stairs & Railings, Structure...

Weekend warriors, you have a whole EXTRA day coming to tackle those projects you've been putting off. Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a poun...

Dorm Room DIY - 8/17 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Cleaning, Fall, Furniture Refinishing & Repair, Safety...

Back-to-school shopping has become big business. But instead of a lava lamp, lounge chair or other groovy accessory, buy your college bound kid somet...

Furniture for Comfort and Style - 7/20 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Contractors, Decorating & Design, Electrical, Safety...

More Americans than ever are choosing to stay in the homes they’ve come to love. No retiring to Florida or Arizona for baby boomers. But if you’re w...

Clear the Air - 4/20 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Air Conditioning, Bugs, Pests & Rodents, Mold, Safety, Spring...

The pollen count is high and hay fever might have you sniffling and sneezing, but you might be surprised to learn that the EPA actually ranks INDOOR a...

To Rent or To Buy? 3/2 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Contractors, Energy Savings, Faucets, Product Recomendations, Safety, Storm Proofing, Toilet...

Should you rent? Or buy? If you’re in the middle of that debate right now, you know there’s no easy answer. There is a list of questions you can as...

2/23 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Faucets, Roofing, Safety, Tools...

Once you finally get your Money Pit exactly the way you want it, you’re not going to want to leave! That’s what most Americans surveyed by AARP say t...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for Jan 26th

Appliances, Doors, Electrical, Plumbing, Roofing, Safety...

The month is not even out and you’ve probably already fallen off the wagon on some of those New Year’s resolutions. Go on a diet that’s a lot easier ...

1/5/07 MOney Pit e-Newsletter

Flooring, Pets, Safety...

If winter’s chill got you shivering where you are, think about your pets. They’re down there by your feet, where drafts and chilly floors can really ...

DIY Holiday - 12/8 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Product Recomendations, Roofing, Safety, Siding, Tools...

If you’re running out of gift ideas, don’t take the lame way out and get a gift card! According to a Consumer Reports holiday shopping poll, more tha...

Say No to Extended Warranties! Dec 1st Money Pit e-newsletter

Cleaning, Contractors, Remodels & Additions, Safety...

Welcome to December! Now is when the holiday shopping season REALLY gets into full swing. If you’ve got big ticket items on your list – make sure yo...

Beware the Silent Killer - 11/3 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Decorating & Design, Heating, Mold, Safety, Walls & Ceilings...

You can’t see it, taste it or smell it – but it’s the number one cause of poisoning deaths in the country. It’s carbon monoxide and this is the time ...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for September 15th

Energy Savings, Garage, Insulation & Ventilation, Painting & Staining, Safety, Storage & Organization...

When was the last time your car saw the inside of your garage? If you’re like many Americans, the answer might be never! As we accumulate more stuff, ...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for September 8th

Basements & Crawlspaces, Contractors, Energy Savings, Flooring, Insulation & Ventilation, Mold, Painting & Staining, Safety...

You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but if you have been breathing it without knowing, it could eventually kill you. We’re talking about radon, a...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for August 4th

Air Conditioning, Bugs, Pests & Rodents, Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Product Recomendations, Safety...

Summer is great for getting together with friends and family. Just make sure that uninvited visitors don’t crash the party. We’re talking about summ...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for June 30th

Basements & Crawlspaces, Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Cleaning, Decorating & Design, Energy Savings, Foundation, Outdoor Structures, Product Recomendations, Safety, Storm Proofing...

Happy Birthday to Us! This Fourth of July, the United States will celebrate birthday number 230. That’s more than two centuries of freedom. Among t...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for June 23rd

Air Conditioning, Basements & Crawlspaces, Bugs, Pests & Rodents, Cleaning, Energy Savings, Insulation & Ventilation, Mold, Safety...

If you’re thinking about how HOT it was last summer, and you just can’t stand to think about sweating through another one, you might want to consider ...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for June 16th

Cleaning, Mold, Product Recomendations, Safety, Siding, Tools, Tub & Shower...

Forget the tie, don’t even think about a “World’s Greatest Dad” mug… we know what dad really wants for Father’s Day: tools! Spending on Father’s Day ...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for June 2nd

Air Conditioning, Decorating & Design, Energy Savings, Product Recomendations, Safety, Storm Proofing, Windows & Skylights...

The 2006 hurricane season is officially underway. A lot of you probably still have images from Hurricane Katrina fresh in your mind, and some of you ...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for March 31st

Cleaning, Driveways, Paths & Sidewalks, Mold, Product Recomendations, Safety...

According to a recent study, the average American loses nearly an hour a day, roughly 12 days a year, looking for things they own but can't find. So ...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for February 24th

Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Cleaning, Product Recomendations, Safety, Tools...

Half a million Americans bought a second home last year. Most say they purchased their home as true vacation home, not a future place to retire. But ...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for February 10th

Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Cleaning, Decorating & Design, Energy Savings, Product Recomendations, Safety...

If you and your sweetheart can't agree on a design scheme for your home, you're not alone. Venus and Mars rarely have the same tastes when it comes t...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for January 6th

Contractors, Energy Savings, Safety...

Welcome to 2006! Good news homeowners: this is the year to install those replacement windows, get the new washer and dryer you've been eyeing or take...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for October 28th

Cleaning, Energy Savings, Plumbing, Product Recomendations, Safety, Toilet...

The good news is oil prices are coming down off their August peak. The bad news: we're still in short supply of the fuels that will keep us warm thr...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for Oct 21st

Decorating & Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Mold, Safety...

You hear the stories every winter – about adults, kids, sometimes even entire families who are killed because of a carbon monoxide leak. It’s a gas t...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for October 14th

Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Energy Savings, Foundation, Product Recomendations, Roofing, Safety, Storm Proofing...

Each year around this time, schools, communities and businesses pay special attention to fire safety. But keeping safe from fires is a year round pro...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for September 30th

Appliances, Lighting, Product Recomendations, Safety...

You've seen it happen to millions of people recently, but you may be thinking - it won't happen here. We're talking about a natural disaster that cou...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for September 23rd

Insulation & Ventilation, Safety, Storm Proofing, Tools...

Here we go again. Hurricane Rita is expected to batter the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana and it could be another record-breaking storm. Never ha...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for August 19th

Faucets, Plumbing, Safety, Storm Proofing...

If it seems a stormier than usual hurricane season, you're not imagining it. While Hurricane Irene steered clear of the U.S. mainland this week, July...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for August 12th

Air Conditioning, Doors, Flooring, Garage, Safety...

It never fails, when you need a good garage sale, you can't find one. Well, have no fear - Saturday is National Garage Sale Day! Whether you're havi...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for July 1st

Basements & Crawlspaces, Bugs, Pests & Rodents, Decorating & Design, Safety...

Happy Fourth of July! Americans have enjoyed their freedom for 229 years! Among those we thank, the men and women in uniform who have served and are...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for July 8th

Bath Remodeling, Energy Savings, Faucets, Safety, Storm Proofing, Tools...

It looks like the weather folks are right for once. They predicted a 70% chance of above average hurricane activity, with anywhere from three to five...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for June 3rd

Appliances, Bugs, Pests & Rodents, Lawn & Garden, Plumbing, Safety...

Don't look now, but the termites are swarming. Experts say these tiny insects cause $5 billion dollars in damage to homes and businesses each year. ...

Your Money Pit e-Newsletter for May 6th

Appliances, Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Decorating & Design, Energy Savings, Flooring, Lawn & Garden, Safety...

This week we celebrate Mother's Day with some eye-opening trends in home improvement. Did you know that one in three women takes on improvement projec...

Transcript For April 29, 2006, Hour 1

Basements & Crawlspaces, Cleaning, Decorating & Design, Doors, Flooring, Painting & Staining, Product Recomendations, Safety...

Transcript For April 29, 2006, Hour 2

Appliances, Decorating & Design, Energy Savings, Furniture Refinishing & Repair, Lighting, Remodels & Additions, Safety, Walls & Ceilings, Windows & Skylights...

Transcript For April 22, 2006, Hour 1

Cleaning, Flooring, Garage, Insulation & Ventilation, Lawn & Garden, Safety, Walls & Ceilings, Windows & Skylights...

Transcript For April 15, 2006, Hour 2

Air Conditioning, Cleaning, Driveways, Paths & Sidewalks, Electrical, Energy Savings, Flooring, Insulation & Ventilation, Plumbing, Safety, Walls & Ceilings, Wood Stoves & Fireplaces...

Transcript For March 11, 2006, Hour 1

Basements & Crawlspaces, Bath Remodeling, Heating, Product Recomendations, Safety, Stairs & Railings...

Transcript For February 25, 2006, Hour 2

Basements & Crawlspaces, Cleaning, Decks & Porches, Garage, Heating, Insulation & Ventilation, Mold, Safety, Windows & Skylights, Wood Stoves & Fireplaces...

Transcript For February 4, 2006, Hour 1

Electrical, Energy Savings, Heating, Insulation & Ventilation, Mold, Plumbing, Roofing, Safety...

Transcript For January 7, 2006, Hour 1

Decorating & Design, Energy Savings, Flooring, Plumbing, Safety...

2005 National Hardware Show® Highlights Innovations

Appliances, Electrical, Lighting, Painting & Staining, Plumbing, Safety...

Protect Home During Holiday Travels

Doors, Electrical, Safety...

Poison Prevention For Pets

Contractors, Safety...

How To Avoid Dryer Fires

Appliances, Safety...

Fire Prevention And Safety Tips Could Save Your Life

Safety...

Building And Repairing To Withstand Hurricanes

Energy Savings, Safety, Storm Proofing, Structure...

Don’t Get Blown Away By Hurricanes

Electrical, Energy Savings, Safety, Storm Proofing...

Ghosts And Goblins Create Holiday Problems

Cleaning, Home Security, Lawn & Garden, Miscellaneous, Safety...