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How Can I Strengthen My Home Against Wind?
Wind is the most common and most costly cause of damage to homes and other “light frame structures” in the United States. The 75-mile-per-hour-plus winds experienced in hurricanes put tremendous pressure on the roof, walls and foundation, and windblown debris can significantly increase the damage.

Don't Forget a Few Easier Steps to Protect Your Home
The 2008 hurricane season is approaching very quickly here are some relatively easy steps you can take to protect your home from hurricane damage.

Make Your Home Stronger - Hurricane Resistent Home Improvement
Free Seminar for Homeowners - Learn about…· Improving wind and rain resistance of roof, roof deck, felt and shingles· Protecting window and door openings, including garage doors· Anchoring walls when they’re open (inside or out) for repair· Bracing columns for overhangs (porches, carports, patios)· Adding structural sheathing (inside or out) when repairing walls· Protecting exterior walls from wind and rain when replacing siding

Holidays Can Be Hazardous to Pets
Food, decorations and rituals that make the holidays festive for people can be hazardous to pets. This is what pet owners need to do to keep the season safe for their animals.

Only 1 Cooking Temperature to Remember
If you’ve been confused in the past about the temperature you needed to cook your holiday turkey, you now need to remember only one temperature, 165 degrees.
Everything You Need to Know About Your Travel Trailer
Travel Trailer Safety
After a natural disaster many people are housed temporarily in travel trailers provided by FEMA. Safety issues arise from these unique temporary living quarters.