Thermal Insulation – Rock-Wool

Many types of insulation are out there designed for keeping the heat already in your home where it is. There’s fiberglass, newspaper, and other types. But have you ever heard of rock-wool before? Some interesting facts about rock-wool being used as insulation will be...

Natural Gas Burners – The Pilot Light

Pilot lights - what exactly are they? Well, the exact description of this unique instrument and its function will be discussed in today’s article. The pilot light is a small flame that is fueled by a small portion of gas supplied a gas line. Pilot lights are most...

Pouring Concrete – How To Do So

Are you preparing to pour concrete at your house, maybe for your driveway or for a little extra sidewalk space, or maybe even for a little barbecue area? Whatever the case may be, there are a couple of things that you should keep in mind while pouring the concrete....

Facts About Fire Extinguishers

In your home, it’s required by state law to have fire extinguishers on hand in the case of a fire in your home. But how do you know what type of fire extinguisher to get, and when to replace them? Here’s a little guide on what fire extinguisher is what and when you...

Inspection Time – Is Your House Ready?

Is your home ready for inspection? You might say that it is, however, the codes inspector may not see it as fully up to code. So what are you going to do to make sure that codes are up to spec? Here are a few tips that you can take to heart in order to make sure your...

Compost Piles – Harmful or Harmless?

Many people have compost piles to dispose of things naturally, food, waste, etc. However, these piles could be more harmful then they could help you, and not many people realize it. Here are just a few things supporting that compost piles can be very harmful. For...

Threats To Your Kids – Windows And Stairs

The safety of a young child is number 1 on parents minds. However, some areas in your house may not be as safe as you’d like them to be if you have a child between the ages of two and six. What are some dangers in the house, and what can you do to safeguard your...

Elderly Safety

Slips and falls are one of the most common reasons why elderly ones are injured, either in a home or in a business. How can you make sure your business or home is accessible and safe for the elderly? First of all, keep all power chords and lines free from the flow of...

Power Strip Safety

The power strip - one of the best tools a homeowner can have, but also one of the many tools that could cause serious damage to your appliances, or even your house. What are some things you need to know in order to protect your electronics and appliances, and...

Is Engineered Hardwood Flooring For You?

Engineered wood flooring is now becoming one of the most common floorings in consumers homes these days. Why is this so, and is it for you? For starters, any type of engineered wood flooring is any type of wood flooring that is not solid wood. For instance, plywood is...