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Real Flame Recalls 700 Fire Pits; the Wood Stored Underneath Can Catch Fire

Jul 16, 2021

Did you purchase an Arroyo or Hideaway fire pit from Crate and Barrel between December 2020 and May 2021? You should know that the manufacturer is recalling 700 of these fire pits due to a fire hazard. The wood stored under the unit may catch fire. 

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Make Sure Your Window Wells Are Well Maintained With This Checklist

Jul 16, 2021

You can't simply install window wells and then forget about them. Proper window well maintenance is essential to keep them looking and functioning at their best. Here are some window well maintenance tips: waterproofing, drainage and more. 

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Tipping and Entrapment Hazard: Canyon Furniture Recalls 1,200 Children's Chests of Drawers

Jul 15, 2021

Canyon Furniture is recalling about 1,200 Creekside Kids chests of drawers. If you purchased one of these chests between April 2020 and March 2021, it might fall under this recall. According to a Consumer Product Safety Commission recall alert, the chests may be unstable if they’re not anchored to a wall, posing a tipping hazard.

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Hardwood Floor Installation Guide

Jul 15, 2021

Hardwood floor installation is actually an achievable project — as long as you have the right tools and you follow an installation guide. Here are the step-by-step instructions for how to install hardwood floors, along with answers to some questions you may have during the process.

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Hot Coffee! Burn Injuries Cited in Recall of 25,000 SOWTECH Espresso Machines

Jul 15, 2021

Read this before you make your next cup of coffee: LoHi Tech has recalled almost 25,000 SOWTECH espresso machines due to a burn risk. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that the espresso machines’ glass carafe can break while in use.

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5 Common Lock Problems and How to Fix Them

Jul 14, 2021

If a lock is broken, you won’t want to leave it that way for long. Read on to learn how to diagnose common lock problems that may impair access to your home and property — and how to fix them yourself.

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Should You Repair or Replace Your Dishwasher?

Jul 13, 2021

Can you try to make dishwasher repairs on your own? When should you call a repair company? Is it time to buy a new one? All of your dishwasher repair questions, answered.

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Burn Notice: ECHO EGi-2300 Watt Generators Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Jul 13, 2021

A fire risk has prompted the recall of about 3,700 ECHO EGi-2300 Watt Generators sold between February 2020 and June 2021. According to a recall issued July 8 by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the units can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to users.