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National Preparedness Month is the perfect time to put together an emergency kit. This kit should have items that'll help you and your family shelter in place if necessary. See our checklist of items.

How to create an emergency kit A home emergency preparedness kit is a collection of items that you may need in an emergency situation in which you may have to shelter indoors or ...

Every home needs a safety kit. Do you know the must-have items? National Preparedness Month is the perfect time to learn the essential items that'll help keep your family safe.

Create a home safety kit Your pack can make the difference in an emergency. - Pack the safety kit contents neatly into plastic storage bins or bags. - A home safety kit ...

Did you know 92% of all reported home fires are dryer related? Here are the best ways to help prevent dryer fires before they start.

How to care for and maintain your dryers Proactive maintenance that will keep your dryer working efficiently

Fire prevention saves lives. Learn the key steps that help prevent fires and keep your home safer.

Proactive fire prevention and safety Nobody wants to think about a fire breaking out in their home. But the truth is, every year thousands of families face house fires every year. - T...

Do you know how to shut off your main water line? Time is of the essence when there's a major leak. Get to know your control valve before there's an issue

Shut off your main water line Do you know how to find the control valve for your home’s [main water line](https://www.angi.com/articles/how-find-your-homes-water-shut-valve.htm)...

Sometimes sump pumps can let you down. If yours fails and your basement floods, follow these steps.

Prevent flooding when your sump pump fails When your sump pump fails, every minute counts. Before you discover what’s wrong, water can rise, turning even a small leak into a full-blown basem...

Extend roof life, improve energy efficiency, and help avoid costly repairs all with one simple task. Here's a step-by-step on how to remove roof debris.

Remove roof debris Organic matter that’s stuck on your roof can do a lot of damage. It can also be [combustible if you live in a wildfire-prone](https://www.fema.gov/...

Severe weather prep doesn't have to break the bank. Here are ideas for low-cost, last-minute preparations you can do today.

Low-cost, last-minute prep for severe weather Even when time is limited, you can take action to help your home weather a storm.

Household items you should always unplug before bed, electricians warn.
Energy vampires and fire hazards are the real nighttime scaries.

7 Household Items You Should Always Unplug Before Bed, Electricians Warn Unplugging household items should be part of your nighttime routine. Experts share which items should always get unplugged to eliminate safety hazards and reduce unnecessary electricity usage.

When electrical issues go beyond the basics, it's time to call the electrician. Read about the types of things that may need a pro.

7 Signs you need a professional electrician How to spot electrical problems that you shouldn’t handle on your own (and when to call a pro).