The Latest in Home Maintenance and Repair

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How to Move Heavy Furniture: 9 Tips and Techniques

Aug 06, 2021

Whether you’re rearranging or moving to a different home, moving heavy furniture demands special care and attention. Prevent injuries to yourself and damage to your furniture or home by using these moving techniques.

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LG Energy Solution Michigan Recalls Energy Storage Batteries Due to Reports of Smoke and Fire

Aug 06, 2021

LG Energy Solution Michigan has recalled about 10,000 home energy storage batteries due to a fire risk. The batteries can overheat, causing them to emit harmful smoke or catch on fire. If you use these recalled batteries as part of your residential solar energy system, here’s what you need to know.

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Finger Lacerations, Amputations Cited in Recall of 155,000 Loungers Sold at Dollar General

Aug 06, 2021

About 155,000 lounge chairs sold exclusively at Dollar General have been recalled after reports of amputations and lacerations. The sling loungers can suddenly collapse, posing a risk of amputation, laceration or pinching if extremities are caught in the metal joints. 

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What Is Condo Insurance and What Does It Cover?

Aug 06, 2021

Condo insurance is a bit different than renters or homeowners insurance. If you’re in the market for a condo, this guide should tell you everything you need to know about condo insurance.

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It's Not the Heat, It's the Dehumidifier: 2 Million New Widetech Dehumidifiers Recalled for Overheating, Burn Hazard

Aug 05, 2021

Some 2 million dehumidifiers sold under well-known brand names from 2009 to 2017 by several major retailers are under recall for a fire hazard that has already resulted in more than 100 incidents and millions of dollars in property damage. According to the Aug. 4 recall alert from the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the dehumidifiers — manufactured in China by New Widetech — can overheat and catch fire, posing burn hazards.

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Toxic Relationship: Never Mix These Household Cleaners and Chemicals Together

Aug 05, 2021

Many chemicals and cleaners can become highly toxic and dangerous when mixed together. Learn what not to mix with bleach and other common cleaning products to keep your family safe.

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Hot This Summer? Here's Everything You Need to Know to Keep Cool

Aug 04, 2021

When the summer heat sets in, every household has its own way of dealing with the oppressive temperatures. No matter how you choose to keep cool during the dog days, here’s everything you need to know about air conditioners, fans, dehumidifiers and more — all in one convenient spot.

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How to Refinish or Reglaze a Bathtub

Aug 04, 2021

Bathtub reglazing or refinishing costs significantly less than a full tub replacement. By applying a new layer of epoxy paint to your bathtub, you can make it look brand new again. Here’s how to do it.