The Perks of a Remote Thermostat for Vacation Homeowners

Cozy Bedroom

Many a homeowner dreams of arriving on Friday nights to a pre-cooled or pre-heated vacation home, and with a simple device called a remote thermostat, homeowners can live that dream!  Whether you choose a remote thermostat that is phone controlled or one that is Internet enabled, a remote thermostat gives you the power to control the temperature … [Read more...]

9 Reasons Why a Wireless Security System is Better

Home Security

If you’re like most homeowners and worry about how to keep your vacant home safe while you are away this summer, an install-it-yourself wireless security system may be the perfect solution.  Today’s do-it-yourself wireless security systems are as sophisticated and full-featured as many of the professionally installed systems you see … [Read more...]

10 Great Gift Ideas for Grandparents Under $50

Grandmother gift

Buying a gift for that special grandmother or grandfather can be challenging, so we’re here to help with this hand-picked list of 10 great gift ideas for grandparents.  Each item here was chosen because it’s a little bit unusual, but also very practical, so it will appeal to those sensible seniors that can be difficult to shop for.   And we … [Read more...]

Know the Signs of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Poison

You may have heard that carbon monoxide poisoning is considered “the silent killer,” but do you know what carbon monoxide (CO) gas is, or how to recognize the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning?  According to the CDC, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning each year; more than 20,000 visit the emergency room; … [Read more...]

Which Type of Smoke Detector is Best for the Kitchen?

Bacon and Eggs in Frying Pan

How many times have you been cooking dinner when a smoky broiler or steamy pot sets off the smoke detector in your kitchen?  If you are like most people, your first response is to reach up and yank out the battery or somehow disable the alarm to silence the annoying screech – only to forget to reconnect the alarm later on, putting you and your … [Read more...]