Safety
Detectors, fire safety, electrical
How-To Guides20
Check dryer vent connection
Inspect the connection between your dryer and wall for disconnection, crushing, or lint buildup.
beginner
Check Dryer Vent Connection
The connection between your dryer and the wall is a common weak point for lint buildup and disconnection. A quick check prevents fires and keeps your dryer running efficiently.
beginner
Check emergency kit
Review your emergency kit to replace expired items, restock supplies, check flashlight batteries, and verify fire extinguisher readiness.
beginner
Check Emergency Supplies
Review your emergency kit to replace expired items, restock supplies, check flashlight batteries, and verify fire extinguisher readiness.
beginner
Check fire extinguisher
Inspect your fire extinguisher to ensure it's ready for an emergency
beginner
Clean fireplace and chimney
Clean your fireplace firebox to maintain safe operation and prepare for the next burning season.
beginner
Inspect electrical panel
Visually inspect your electrical panel for signs of problems.
beginner
Inspect Electrical Panel
Your electrical panel is the heart of your home's power system. An annual visual inspection can catch warning signs of problems before they become dangerous—or expensive.
intermediate
Inspect fireplace damper
Inspect your fireplace damper to ensure safe operation and energy efficiency.
beginner
Inspect Fireplace Damper
Your fireplace damper controls airflow and keeps outside air (and animals) out when not in use. A stuck or damaged damper wastes energy and can create dangerous carbon monoxide situations.
beginner
Replace smoke detector batteries
Replace batteries in all smoke detectors to ensure they'll alert you in an emergency. Takes about 2 minutes per detector.
beginner
Replace Smoke Detector Batteries
Fresh batteries are the difference between a working smoke detector and a silent one. Here's how to replace them properly—and why the chirping won't stop even after you do.
beginner
Replace smoke detectors
Replace smoke detectors that are 10+ years old or malfunctioning to ensure your family's protection.
intermediate
Replace Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors don't last forever. After 10 years, the sensors degrade and your family's protection decreases. Here's how to know when it's time and how to replace them.
beginner
Test CO detectors
Test your CO detectors to ensure they'll warn you of this invisible, odorless danger
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Test garage door balance
Test your garage door balance to ensure safe, smooth operation.
beginner
Test garage door safety
Test your garage door's safety features to protect children and pets
beginner
Test GFCI outlets
Test GFCI outlets to ensure they'll protect you from electrical shock
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Test Outdoor Gfci Outlets
Test and inspect your outdoor GFCI outlets and weatherproof covers to ensure they'll protect you from electrical shock in wet conditions.
beginner
Test smoke detectors
Test your smoke detectors to ensure they'll alert you in an emergency
beginner