It’s estimated that smoke alarms have cut down the number of fire deaths by over 50% in the U.S. alone. That’s a pretty strong case for having them in your home, but how do you choose among the dozens of options available?

Cabinet lighting can add beauty and drama to a room and make workspaces like kitchens and offices safer and more functional. With modern light-emitting diodes (LEDs) available in increasing numbers of applications, it’s also easier and more energy-efficient. So how far…

With Colorado’s new laws regarding recreational marijuana, people are scrambling to set up growing areas for both personal and commercial production. While we reserve our opinions on the subject for private discussion, there are a couple of related issues on which we have very strong and very public…

It’s frustrating to be stuck in a power outage with no light, computer access, or entertainment and being afraid to open the refrigerator for fear of spoiling hundreds of dollars’ worth of food. And with more people working from home these days, power outages can affect not only…

“Up to code.” How many times have you heard that expression when talking about electrical work? But do you really know what it means?

Electrical codes are sets of rules and regulations established as minimums to keep you and your property safe and your electrical service reliable. Codes…

When it comes to selling your home, anticipating and overcoming buyer objections can save a lot of time and money.

Sellers often content themselves with making the house look as nice as possible, sometimes spending considerable money on “staging” the home. While there is no doubt that first…