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Plastic Sheeting & Your Disaster Preparedness Kit

Heavy duty plastic sheeting can be used to mitigate flooding or landslides, safeguard air, and more. Add it to your disaster preparedness kit....

09 October, 2017

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Radiant Barriers: Myths, Facts, and Benefits

Homes in hot climates can attain significant energy savings from radiant barriers, but benefits vary depending on home location, insulation, and exposure....

12 September, 2017

Tips for Family-Friendly Remodeling

Family remodeling demands design, procedures, and products with kids' safety in mind. Here are ways to improve your home for everyone's comfort and safety....

01 September, 2017

How to Protect Workers from Asbestos

1.3 million workers are exposed to asbestos each year. Learn what personal protective and specialty abatement equipment protects workers....

25 July, 2017

Does Your Crawlspace Need a Vapor Barrier?

Vented crawlspaces can wreak havoc on a home in a humid climate. Sealing up your crawlspace can be a DIY project, and we have the materials you need!...

14 July, 2017

Roofers and Homeowners Can Combat Storm Chasers

Fraudulent roofers known as “storm chasers” make off with insurance money every year. Here’s how homeowners and contractors can protect themselves....

13 July, 2017

Five Ways to Apply Lean to Worker Safety

When applying lean methodology to construction jobsite safety, value your workers as internal customers. Here are five key points on lean safety....

13 July, 2017

Fire Safety Tips for the Job Site

A fire prevention plan can significantly reduce the risk of financial loss, structural damage, injuries, and even death. Check out these fire safety tips....

06 June, 2016

Some Quick Statistics on Fire Related Damages

Did you know that in 2014, there were 1,298,000 fires reported in the United States causing $11.6 billion in property damages?...

02 June, 2016

All About Fire Tests, Certifications, and More

State and local regulations are minimum standards that imply the need for fire tests and certifications for a structure to be deemed safe for the public....