The holidays are a time for relaxation, cheer, and quality family time. Unfortunately, though, there are many ways that things can go amiss, especially when we throw the potential of a house fire into the mix. Here are some ways to avoid burning your home down this holiday (because that definitely doesn't sound very holiday-like). Watch those candles on the table! Make sure the wax is pooling in a dish…

No one likes getting those annoying phone calls during dinner, but it seems these days that these calls come more often now, especially with cell phones everywhere. If you're someone who finds themselves incredibly annoyed with unsolicited calls, then this article might be perfect for you. Here are some tips for limiting these calls. Block calls through your provider. Block calls on your cell phone. Report the calls and numbers.…

Having your identity stolen is terrifying and definitely not a situation you want to find yourself in. If you find yourself having had this happen to you, firstly, don't panic. Here are some next steps to take if something hacks you and takes your information. Constantly check your credit report. Shut down the compromised and hacked accounts and credit cards. Make up an identity theft report. Image via YouTube.

The wintertime can be problematic in many ways, especially for your roof if you don't properly prepare for the snowfall. You wouldn't want your roof to collapse in with a huge amount of snow. Here are some pieces of advice to prep your roof for the winter and its snow. Heating cables: With these running along your roof, you won't have to worry about ice dams building up. Roof rakes:…

Keeping your home safe from a fire sounds like a pretty important priority, right? It's not exactly a situation anyone wants to find themselves in, and there are many ways to keep yourself safe and prevent that from ever happening. Here are some tips for keeping your home fire-free. A working smoke alarm is 100 percent more efficient than a nonworking one. With that in mind, check your alarms regularly…

Winter can take a toll on our homes (and our backs), especially if you live in an area that gets hit with a lot of snow. Here are some items you want to make sure you have around your home this season. Snow shovel (and maybe a snowblower if your back can't take it anymore) Driveway markers, just so you don't accidentally run over your lawn coming down the driveway.…

Wintertime brings fresh snow, chilly weather, and a whole slew of new hazards to our homes. Here are some tips to keep your home warm and safe this season. Prevent frozen pipes by disconnecting hoses and draining water left in spigots. When weather drops below freezing, keep the water trickling, too, so it doesn't build up. Check your roof before the first snowfall to make sure there are no holes or missing…