In Virginia Beach, Virginia, all property owners are required to install working smoke detectors in their homes. The same requirements do not apply to carbon monoxide detectors, but that doesn’t make them any less important. In fact, because of its odorless, colorl...

Many people look at spring, summer, and fall as the times to have construction projects done at their home, but there are interior projects you can get done over the winter to give your home a more modern look. The added bonus of hiring contractors over the winter mo...

It may be tempting to handle small electrical repairs around your house on your own, but no matter how much of a handyman you are, these jobs should always be left to professional electricians. Many times, these jobs seem like they will be easy, when, in fact, they a...

It’s easier than ever to conserve energy and water using smart home devices. In a flagging economy, this could mean significant savings in cost. Smart Home devices can do much more than turn on lights these days. They can make life much more convenient and even saf...

Winters in Virginia Beach are often piercingly cold, with average temperatures far below freezing, and homeowners might be tempted to crank up the heat and plug in their space heaters, heated blankets, and other such warming devices. However, it’s important to be m...

Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless gas. It’s also toxic to humans. Breathe enough of it in, and it is ultimately fatal. Carbon monoxide is often called a silent killer – precisely because humans cannot sense when they are exposed to it. Havi...