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Icicles and Ice Dams: What to Know
View image | gettyimages.com Icicles are a standard part of winter, but the ornate spears of ice hanging from your roof could be part of a larger problem: an ice dam. Ice dams can be problematic in the winter due…
Understanding Lake Effect Storms
#169591986 / gettyimages.com Towns and cities located near lakes receive a lot of their precipitation from a weather phenomenon known as lake effect. This weather is responsible for snowstorms, strong winds, and whiteout conditions during the winter months and is…
Winter Storm Guide
The winter season is one that commands attention like other seasons don’t. Ice storms, blizzards, and a near constant presence of freezing or below freezing temperatures make winter a formidable season that necessitates comprehensive preparation. Winter is a variable season…
Winter Storm Preparation: Safe Driving Tips
Winter is on its way and in many regions of the U.S, snow storms are pushing in. Winter storm preparation is about more than just preparing your home; it also involves getting ready for hazardous conditions on the roads. Every…
Planning a Winter Survival Kit
Winter is beginning to settle in across the U.S as temperatures continue to drop and cold fronts push in, bringing winter storms and increasingly frigid weather. These storms and below freezing temperatures typically bring many towns and cities to a…
Septic Systems or Shared Sewers: Which is More Environmentally Efficient?
Septic systems and sewers are the two systems that handle and treat black water (waste-water) and grey water (sinks, showers, dishwasher water). While you are unlikely to have a choice between the two for your home, unless your septic based…
Understanding the Risks of Asbestos and Lead at Home
Asbestos and lead are some of the most hazardous substances to human health. A presence of these materials in the home can lead to health problems over time with regular exposure. Identifying these environmental risks is the first step to…
Disaster Recovery with Google Person Finder
Google has launched a new web application to help people search for friends and relatives affected by a disaster. A disaster is a chaotic and stressful time and finding the whereabouts and status of loved ones is a significant…
Contaminated Drinking Water: Preparing for a Crisis
A recent water crisis in Toledo forced residents to seek alternative drinking water sources. For over 400,000 people, this past weekend was one without running tap water after a large quantity of toxins were found in the tap water. This…
Protecting Electronics from Power Surges
Power surges can be destructive occurrences that can ruin electronics and severely damage home wiring. Summer thunderstorms often produce lightning storms that can initiate power surges and disrupt electronic devices and even completely destroy them. Protecting your home from power…