The housing market is always a fickle thing, and in times of crisis, such as we are experiencing now, it is more evident than ever. If you are in the process of selling your home, you might wonder if it will even be possible, much less if you will get the money for...

Many cases of injuries to children from furniture tipping over are reported each year, and unfortunately, some of those are fatal. While many safety standards are put into practice by furniture companies, if not used correctly in the home, these standards will not...

When it comes to water pressure, you will have problems whether it is too low or too high. Of course, it’s easier to notice when your pressure is low, especially if it takes a long time to fill up a glass of water or if your shower has no power. In reality, however,...

How many of us know that feeling of a static electricity shock? Although its annoying, we don’t usually worry too much about it. Are there any situations though, when static electricity could be more than just a nuisance? Static shocks themselves are not usually very...

In the past, we’ve spoken about PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when it comes to protecting yourself from chemicals, power-tools, and falls, but in the current COVID-19 pandemic, the sole focus on PPE has been how it protects you and those you love from the virus....

Home cleaning is never much fun, but during the current crisis, many homeowners are finding themselves being much more diligent than ever in cleaning their homes. It is important to focus on commonly touched surfaces since these are the most likely spots where...

For many of us, a safe room might seem like an extreme measure, but in reality, the way crime rates are rising, you might have started to show interest in having one installed in your home. Safe rooms are made to withstand attacks by intruders, and can be sturdy...

Have you ever seen a report on the news about a fire in a restaurant or similar venue where a lot of people are gathered? Usually, you see panicked people running and trying to get out, many times leading to injuries caused by other people and not the fire. This is...

Having open windows in your home in the summertime is great. When it is a hot day and you can get that cool fresh breeze blowing through your house, it is a great relief. But what if you have children in your home? Just the possibility that your child could fall out...

There are many dangers around your home. It could be from chemicals used for different tasks or power tools that you are unfamiliar with. While all these might be the first to come to mind when you’re thinking about risk that you are exposed to, statistics show that...