Home Safety Tips

Concerned about high radon levels? Learn about different radon testing methods and mitigation options in our comprehensive guide.

Show winter illnesses the door by keeping the house as germ-free as can be. This Old House has some time-honored tips for making your house a healthy home

We dispel myths about granite countertop radon emissions and tell you what to do if you're concerned about leaks in your home.

You should inspect your deck annually to make sure it can stand up to your outdoor gatherings. Use our six-point inspection plan to help.

Thanksgiving is the peak day of the year for kitchen fires. Here is how to protect yourself, your guests, and your property.

Keep fire from gaining a foothold on your deck or inside your home's walls with flame-resistant decking and framing materials.

Floods, collapsed ceilings, trapped critters, and smoke damage happen. But with our homeowner survival tips, you'll know just what to do when trouble strikes.

The stuff you breathe inside your home might be as filthy as an L.A. smog storm. Here's what you can do about it

In this guide, we show you how to limit the chances of harm and learn how to protect your home before and during a hurricane.

Carbon monoxide is responsible each year for more than 200 deaths (and possibly thousands more unreported, nonfatal poisonings) in the U.S.

It's not enough to have evacuation plans. It's not even enough to have a fire detector on every floor. Learn what experts say homeowners need to do now

Discover how to choose the best lock for your home, from basic deadbolts to smart systems.

Buying safety equipment, like smoke detectors, is fine, but you need to use and test the devices. Here's how to start.

In this guide, we present smart ways to update a home for aging, from installing proper lighting to upgrading door hardware and more.

It was a blast relaxing in your home away from home but now it's time to winterize it. Here are the steps you need to take.

What type of fire extinguishers should you have in your home? Where should they be placed? Find answers to these questions and more.

Locks are the first line of defense for your home's security. Read our guide to learn about the most effective locks and how to install them.

Simple, low-cost ways to make the air in your home cleaner and healthier.

Your water heater may look benign but could erupt if you don't care for it properly. Learn how to minimize risks with these tips.

Learn to safely decorate with holiday lights. Get fire-prevention tips, proper installation methods, and the best LED options.

Keep your family safe with these safety tips for escaping a fire.

Even a door equipped with a high-quality lockset is an easy target. This article explains what you need to know about burglarproof locks.