Stop That Chirping Smoke Alarm

A man replacing the battery in a chirping home smoke detector.

Nearly every homeowner has experienced the maddening intermittent chirping of a smoke alarm, too often in the middle of the night. Though it may seem the chirp is just there to annoy you, it’s actually designed to alert you that your smoke alarm needs attention. Here’s how to stop a chirping smoke alarm That chirp […]

Seven Household Items You Should Replace Regularly

Buying a mattress to replace common household items. A brunette woman laying on a new mattress.

Many household items need replacing periodically to maintain your home and your personal care. Keeping track of them all can be overwhelming, so here’s a reminder list of seven household items it’s important to replace on a regular basis. HVAC filters Neglected, dirty return air filters cause your heating and air conditioning system to labor […]