Oct. 9, 2025 Best Carbon Monoxide Detectors by Jennifer Blair There’s a good reason why carbon monoxide (CO) is known as “the silent killer.” This odorless, colorless gas is found in the fumes of cars, trucks, fireplaces, grills…
Oct. 8, 2025 Best Radon Detectors by Allen Foster Long-term exposure to radon gas can create health problems that dramatically affect the quality and length of your life. Radon occurs naturally but is typically only found in…
Oct. 7, 2025 Best Weather Stations by Derek Walborn Modern life is dominated by smartphones and complex devices that promise to conquer every task, including keeping you privy to the day’s weather. However, you may find…
Oct. 2, 2025 Emergency preparedness supplies everyone should have in their home by Charlie Fripp Emergencies happen instantly; unfortunately, many people aren’t nearly as prepared as they should be. Do you know what to do if the power is out for several days? If the…
Sep. 19, 2025 Best Smoke Detectors by Kyle Schurman For protection from a fire, a fire extinguisher is a wise addition to any home. However, a proactive way to protect yourself and your loved ones is with a smoke detector…
Jul. 8, 2025 Best Mold Test Kits by Samantha Bookman Scientifically, mold has its place in nature — shout out to blue cheese — but in the home, many molds can cause allergies, exacerbate asthma symptoms, and have even been…
Jun. 9, 2025 Hurricane preparedness supplies you should have for hurricane season by Cody Stewart and Christina Marfice Hurricane season hits differently when you're actually prepared for it. While everyone else is frantically clearing store shelves the night before a storm hits, you can have…
Apr. 21, 2025 Best Water Leak Sensors by Kyle Schurman Ready to buy now? Shop the best: Best of the Best: Govee WiFi Smart Water Leak Detectors Best Bang for the Buck: Glentronics The Basement Watchdog Water Alarm Easy to…
Jan. 27, 2025 Best Mousetraps by Melissa Nott Unwelcome guests have invaded your home, and you’ve decided to set a mousetrap, but what kind should you get?How should you bait it, and what will happen once the animal is…
Dec. 26, 2024 New Year’s resolution: Fireproof your home by Christina Marfice As we all start a new year filled with resolutions and fresh starts, one important goal you might consider is making your home more safe. Fireproofing your living space not…
Oct. 23, 2024 Best Earthquake Kits by Jennifer Manfrin No one likes thinking about natural disasters or other emergencies that might put your family at risk, but ignoring the possibility won’t keep you and your loved ones safe.…
Oct. 18, 2024 Best Radon Test Kits by Rich Gray There is something nefarious lurking in your basement … maybe. It is odorless, colorless, and you can’t taste it, yet it could be slowly killing you. Oh, and it’s easy…
Oct. 8, 2024 Best Mace Brand Pepper Sprays by Robin Allday When it comes to personal safety, equipping yourself with a trusted and effective defense tool is crucial. Pepper sprays from the renowned Mace brand have proven to be…
Jul. 28, 2024 Best pH Meters by Peter McPherson Whether you’re testing the acidity of the water in your home or your latest batch of home brew, a pH meter is a helpful tool to have on hand for measuring acidity. A pH…