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As the cooler months approach, tune up your furnace. The winter brings the festive season and a chill in the air. Even though plenty of us love the crisp winter weather, the drop in temperatures means that we're shivering around our tea at 4:00 p.m. It's not ideal for party hosting or festive fun. As...

Your homeowners insurance policy plays no tricks on your home. Halloween is one of the best nights of the year for children! They get to dress up in full costumes, the neighborhood is thriving, and there is a plethora of free candy - what's more to love? With children hyped up on sugar and the excitement...

Learn how to prepare for an unexpected earthquake in Rexburg, Idaho.   Earthquakes continually threaten the United States, and Idaho is no stranger to a few shakes! Whilst technology has advanced tremendously, the tectonic plates are known to shift at any time, resulting in earthquakes from minor to...

Prep your home for the cooler weather season ahead. Where oh where has the summer season gone? With the kids heading back to school and the nights drawing in, it's time to get ready for the season of fall! Even though autumn has crept up on us doesn't mean that our houses can fall into disarray in the...

Get thrifty and get the kitchen and bathroom of your dreams without breaking the bank. If you're looking to vamp up your home this spring (and we're not just talking about scrubbing the skirting boards and dusting the mantel), then pull on your DIY gloves. In this age of do-it-yourself tutorials, hardware...

 Buying a house is an exciting life event. Many people spend hours on the computer searching for the perfect home. Once they narrow things down on the computer, they spend even more time driving around town looking for the perfect place to settle down. With all that time spent looking for a great house...

If you're updating your home inventory, these apps can help. Can you name every item you own and roughly what it's valued at? Unless you have a photographic memory, you probably couldn't list everything you own. So if a disaster strikes, like a large fire at home or a hurricane, you might run into...

Icicles got you down? Here are some great tips for preventing ice dams. Ice dams can cause serious harm to your roof, but they can be stopped with a little bit of understanding and preemptive action. The basic concept is simple.  Keep the roof the same temp as the eaves.  Upping the ventilation, insulating,...

Follow these tips to keep your fireplace clean to reduce your home fire risks. Sitting around your fireplace is one of the best ways to stay warm and cozy during the winter. Unfortunately, it can also lead to potential danger if you don't take the proper steps to stay safe! Keep these home fire safety...

Use these tips to help ensure that you are fully able to enjoy the holiday season with your loved ones. The holidays are meant to be spent with your friends and family. No matter if that means entertaining your loved ones at your house or taking a trip to go and visit them, knowing how to stay safe during...