by HomeGauge | Mar 23, 2021 | Community, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
Non-Toxic Houseplants Houseplants are used to add color and beauty to the home, but it’s important to be careful when you share your living spaces with pets. When choosing plants for your home, opt for pet-friendly varieties. Some common houseplants have been...
by HomeGauge | Feb 23, 2021 | Community, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
To keep your family and property safe, it’s important to have the necessary equipment on hand. Be prepared for an emergency with this list of safety essentials you’ll want to add to your household. Carbon Monoxide Detector Carbon monoxide detectors are essential...
by HomeGauge | Jan 25, 2021 | Community, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
Electrical problems are a leading cause of house fires. On average, 50,000 fires occur every year due to electrical defects and malfunctions. Between 2012 to 2016, the annual estimated property damage caused by electrical fires was $1.3 billion. Knowing when your home...
by HomeGauge | Dec 22, 2020 | Community, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
When winter weather hits, it’s nice to stay cozy and warm inside your home. But you may not stay comfortable for long if you experience respiratory problems caused by indoor pollutants. Since we keep our homes closed and well-sealed during the winter, dust,...
by HomeGauge | May 19, 2020 | Community, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
A deck is the perfect place to gather for meals or cookouts, to enjoy the outdoors with your children and pets, or to take in a quiet sunset. To make your deck safe, look for these potential safety hazards. Below are a few things to check when planning to spend time...
by HomeGauge | Mar 19, 2020 | Community, Home Inspection, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
Radon Causes Lung Cancer Radon in the home is dangerous and can cause lung cancer after long-term exposure to high levels of the gas. Radon-related lung cancer kills over 20,000 Americans every year, second only to cigarette smoking. Every homeowner should know their...
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