Have you ever seen a chipmunk crawl out of your home’s downspout? It happened to me earlier this year. While I know it’s important to keep downspouts free from debris such as leaves, I never thought about animals taking up residence in them.

Functioning gutters and downspouts are critical to protecting our homes from different types of damage. Here are some things you can do to prevent these unwanted guests.

Have you ever walked into your kitchen or bathroom and noticed a revolting smell? Surprisingly, some of the foul smells can be traced back to plumbing issues. At times, finding the root cause can be difficult, and you’ll often have to do more than clean the drain to fix the issue.

Just like regular plumbing maintenance, the importance of getting to the root of the problem can’t be overstated. Why? Apart from the repulsive smell, plumbing odors can also be dangerous. That said, you need to get to the root of the problem and not merely mask it.

When considering how to best keep you and your loved ones healthy at home, there are many different aspects that come into play. Coupled with the ongoing fallout from the pandemic, having a healthy home is proving more essential than ever.

Fixr.com surveyed and interviewed top industry professionals to find out how homeowners can modify their homes to protect themselves and their families from disease, illness, and injury. Experts also revealed the biggest priorities this year for people when it comes to having a healthy home.

Home protection devices and certain types of home construction help you feel safe and secure in your home and prevent the stress and headache of a homeowner’s claim. But did you know they could also help you save money on your homeowner’s insurance? That’s because many home protection devices and certain home construction types qualify for a premium discount.

Let’s review some of your home protection device options.

Solar panels have been gaining popularity and are a great way to save some extra money. The Solar Action Alliance has listed seven reasons why you may want to consider adding solar panels to your property.