Bed bugs are a problem no one wants in their homes but, in recent years, we have seen a real increase in the number of cases.  The trouble with bed bugs is that they are hard to see, and they can easily be transported from one location to another, this means that...

A move to a new house is often a very stressful time, it’s no surprise, then, if our normal environmentally conscious way of life is not a priority during this period. So, what are some steps we can take ahead of time that will, not only reduce the amount of stress we...

Remember in old spy movies when they needed to “kidnap” someone? All they did was dose a handkerchief and put it over the mark's face. In a few seconds they were out. Formaldehyde. Of course, as with most chemicals, it’s use goes way beyond “knock out gas”. It is used...

It’s amazing how much we have come to depend on electricity in our lives, as a result, if the power does go out for any reason, we can often find ourselves in utter chaos. The situation is a lot more serious, however, for someone who relies on electricity for health...

Sometimes, when you’re a teenage boy, you flush a toilet while your sister is in the shower and then wait to hear her scream. At that age, you probably don’t know why flushing the cold water in the toilet makes the water in the shower crazy hot. You just know it...

When a person advances in age they may start to experience limited mobility and, while getting around their home may have been no problem in the past, it may present a challenge now. What are some ways you can assist your elderly loved ones with limited mobility, to...

December is a busy month for many people and one where a ladder will likely be used for putting lights up on the exterior of the home, etc. With this thought in mind, it’s a good idea to familiarize ourselves with ladder safety and avoid being part of the huge number...

Did you know that many homes have been destroyed because of a fire that started in the dryer? Fire safety is extremely important so in this blog, we’re going to briefly consider a big cause of dryer fires and also look at ways to prevent them. Tumble dryers are...

Ensuring the home is a safe place for children is of the greatest importance to parents. There are many areas throughout the home that need to be childproofed but let’s consider just one of those areas, windows. Falling is one of the main hazards for small children...

As a homeowner, is it okay to tackle a mold problem yourself? There is no definite yes or no answer here as the answer depends on a variety of factors. Having said that, if you have recently discovered a small area of mold, covering less than 10 square feet, this...