Be prepared for bad weather
The best way to weather a storm is to have a safety plan in place ahead of time.
Safety plays an important role when working with power tools. It's easy to get tired or distracted during a project, and hazards like faulty electrical connections can be hidden.
You can reduce your risk of injury by following these safety guidelines:
The best way to weather a storm is to have a safety plan in place ahead of time.
GFCI outlets should be used by all water sources to prevent electric shock. Find out why.
Make sure your electrical appliances, tools and outlets are safe, and be careful around electrical equipment outdoors.
Walking through a wet or flooded basement can be dangerous. To be safe, you should always assume that basement flood water is energized.
Find out what causes deadly carbon monoxide poisoning - and how to prevent and detect it.
Drying clothes takes a lot of energy. Keeping your dryer vent clean makes your appliance more energy efficient.
Find out how to test for radon in your home and what to do if you have it.
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.
Portable heaters and generators are convenient, but use them with extreme caution.