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What You Should Know About Poisons

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by homewarranty.com National Poison Prevention Week is observed each year during the third week of March to remind you what you should know about poisons throughout your household. Here's What You Should Know About Poisons in your home and some great tips from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Home Safety Tips Each year, more than 90% of exposures reported to local poison centers occur in the home. Here are some ways you can keep your family, friends, and yourself poison-safe at home: Prepare for a Poison Emergency: Put the Poison Help number, 1-800-222-1222, on your mobile phone and display it in your home and at work in case of emergency or if you have questions. You can also text POISON to 301-597-7137 to save the number on your mobile phone. Calls … [Read more...] about What You Should Know About Poisons

Give Your Time to Others on Valentine’s Day

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Show the Love on Valentine's Day and Give Your Time to Others. "Would you be my…Volunteer?" Celebrate this day of love by giving to those in need. Volunteermatch.org is a great resource that can help you find ways to create positive change for those in your area. Use your zip code to quickly locate volunteer positions in your community. … [Read more...] about Give Your Time to Others on Valentine’s Day

Budget-Friendly Upgrades You’re Going to Love

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Updating your home doesn't have to bust your budget. A little upgrade here and there can make your home sell faster and for a higher price. If you are not in the market to sell, these ideas will work wonders to brighten your surroundings and make your day a little less complicated. Here are a few Budget-Friendly Upgrades You're Going to Love. … [Read more...] about Budget-Friendly Upgrades You’re Going to Love

Here’s What You Need to Know About Radon

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January is National Radon Action Month Most homeowners know little about this naturally occurring, odorless, colorless gas. January is National Radon Action Month which makes this the perfect time to learn more about how to keep your home radon-free, and your family protected. Is radon gas really that dangerous? Radon can become airborne and inhaled. According to the EPA, it is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. My house is brand new. Do I still need to test its radon levels? No home is exempt - from newly constructed houses to 19th-century fixer-uppers. Also, your neighbor's home might test at a remarkably different radon level than those around it. What's the best way to test my home's radon levels? Hire a professional who specializes in radon … [Read more...] about Here’s What You Need to Know About Radon