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12/15/2024

Best Smoke Detectors of 2025

We reviewed the top fire and smoke alarms for your home in 2025. Protect your...

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10/02/2024

Best Fire Extinguishers

We talked to firefighters to select the most reliable, easy-to-use fire extinguishers that will fit...

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10/02/2024

A Guide to the Best Fire Escape Ladders

To help make your home safer, we’ll cover some of the features you want in...

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12/15/2024

The Best Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors of 2025

From smart carbon monoxide detectors to simple plug-in units, we researched the best CO detectors...

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01/05/2024

Best Home Safes

The best home safes protect against more than burglary; they’re fire and water resistant too....

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Rebecca Edwards

12/15/2024

Best Motion Detector Lights of 2025

Check out our round-up of the top five best motion sensor lights of 2025 with...

Maintenance and prevention

From your front yard to the attic, a little maintenance goes a long way to keep your home safe and in good condition. Our seasonal checklists can show you how to prevent hazards like fire, poor indoor air quality, mold, and burglary.

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10/12/2024

Home Maintenance and Safety Checklists

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05/26/2023

What Does a Carbon Monoxide Detector Do and How Does it Work?

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Rebecca Edwards

05/01/2023

A Guide to Porch Light Safety: Leave It On or Turn It off?

Hazards at home

Hazards like asbestos, mold, and radon can linger in your home undetected. Learn the basics of detection, prevention, and treatment for common home hazards like these.

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Katherine Torres

04/04/2022

How to Deal with Asbestos in Your Home

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05/26/2023

5 Commonly Ingested Poisons in Your Home and How to Treat Them

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10/10/2023

The Truth About Black Mold—And How You Can Stay Safe

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04/17/2024

Best Radon Detectors for Your Home

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04/11/2024

Does a Gun Make Your Home Safer?

Nobody wants to feel unsafe in their own home. Learn how to make your home more secure after a break-in.

Security Cameras

Smile, you’re on camera! Security cameras can catch hazards while you’re away from home.

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Emergency Prep

Whether it’s a fire, flood, or tornado, natural disasters are worth preparing for. We cover topics like how to prepare an emergency kit and create an evacuation plan.

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Resources

Want more home safety tips? These articles will get you started.

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07/10/2024

20 Things You’ll Need for Your First Home

Here's everything you need to equip your new home for safety, security, and convenience. Find...

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03/31/2022

How Can I Keep My Home Safe While I’m Away?

Whether you’re at the office, on an overnight business trip, or an extended tropical vacation,...

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11/12/2021

What Are Some General Home Safety Tips?

If there’s one place you should always feel safe, it’s in your own home. It’s...

Home Safety FAQ

From preparing for emergencies to preventing disasters, we answer your home safety questions.

Home Safety FAQ

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How to Weather Winter Storm Warnings

Alina Bradford|November 28, 2023

Here's what to do when your area is under a winter storm warning to stay...

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14 Million People Under Winter Weather Alerts as Cold and Snow Greet Post-Thanksgiving Travelers

Rebecca Edwards|November 26, 2023

Discover the revamped Winter Storm Warning criteria by the National Weather Service. Get the latest...

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Today’s Best Early Black Friday Safety and Home Security Deals

Rebecca Edwards|November 21, 2023

Find the best early Black Friday deals on home security systems, security cameras, medical alert...

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Rebecca Edwards|October 26, 2023

Hurricane Safety Reminders After Otis Devastates Mexico’s Pacific Coast

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Rebecca Edwards|October 24, 2023

How to Prepare for the First Big Snowstorm of the Season

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Katie McEntire|October 22, 2023

How Your Family Can Recover After a Burglary

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Cathy Habas|October 15, 2023

Is Your Landlord Trespassing? Learn Your Rights as a Renter

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Rebecca Edwards|October 12, 2023

Severe Weather Strikes Florida: Homes and Businesses Damaged by Tornadoes

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Celeste Tholen|October 12, 2023

A Guide to Smoke Detector Installation and Maintenance

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Cathy Habas|October 12, 2023

The Most Common Places That Fires Occur in the Home

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