Gas appliance safety
Keep these safety guidelines in mind when using gas-consuming products such as stoves, clothes dryers, water heaters and furnaces.
Radon gas
Find out how to test for radon in your home and what to do if you have it.
In this video: Find out what to do if you detect radon in your home.
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Wiring and grounding in older homes
The wiring inside most older houses wasn’t designed to handle the electrical needs we have today.
Garage door app
A garage door app will alert you when the door is open and allow you to open and close the door from your smart phone.
Be prepared for bad weather
Cleaning dryer vents
Drying clothes takes a lot of energy. Keeping your dryer vent clean makes your appliance more energy efficient.
Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI)
GFCI outlets should be used by all water sources to prevent electric shock. Find out why.
Electrical safety and childproofing
Make sure your electrical appliances, tools and outlets are safe, and be careful around electrical equipment outdoors.
Flood safety
Walking through a wet or flooded basement can be dangerous. To be safe, you should always assume that basement flood water is energized.
