Home Safety

Doctors can't explain what's wrong for about 10 percent of couples who can't conceive, and some experts suspect the culprit is where you'd least expect: in the home

When an inspection revealed a handful of household hazards, the owners of this TOH TV project house tackled the cleanup for a healthier home

Learn about household hazards—and take a look at some what-not-to-do pictures—to find out how to make your home a safer place.

From wine to grease stains, use these simple and nontoxic household cleaning solutions that are likely in your kitchen pantry.

To keep your kids safe, it’s wise to be aware of your home’s potential dangers and follow our advice for childproofing the house.

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

In this guide, we break down every part of your front door lockset and help you determine that each element is working properly.

From fire pit clearance to snuffing out unruly flames, here are some important tips and essential rules for fire pit safety.

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

Discover your home's vulnerable spots before you go away on vacation, and learn how to prevent burglaries for less than $250

Learn about universal design ideas that can make your home more accessible, from ergonomic hardware to slip-proof floor coatings.

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.

Mold spores are a problem anywhere it's humid, but in post-Katrina New Orleans, the scourge was hard to beat; here's how the owner of the TOH TV NOLA project did it

Safeguard your valuables in 4 easy steps

Learn more about this potentially deadly substance

If you'd like to teach your child the basics of DIY, start with an old mantra: "Safety first." We'll give you some tips for how to do it.

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.

How to help make sure your claims are successful

A tragic fire set the stage for this This Old House renovation project in Billerica

The question is why? After all, they're within reach-right in your kitchen cupboard.

It's not only nasty, it's dangerous—to you and your property. Learn how to prevent and combat mold.

Learn how to responsibly rid your house of three major health and environmental hazards, either on your own or with the pros.

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