7 DIY Coffee Bar Ideas for Your Home

7 DIY Coffee Bar Ideas For Your Home

If you’re missing your favorite coffee joint, why not make your own coffee bar at home?

Sure, you’ve probably got a coffeemaker taking up space in the corner of your kitchen, but why not jazz things up a bit and make a space that will make drinking your favorite brew more fun? 

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Heating Your Home Safely

As the nights…and days…grow colder across the country, people begin to fire up their furnaces and space heaters.

However, an unfortunate side effect to heating our homes is the increase in house fires.

According to the National Fire Prevention Agency (NFPA), December, January and February are the most hazardous months of the year; with most house fires taking place during this time.

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7 Outdoor Holiday Lighting Tips

Outdoor Christmas lights can light up your home – and your mood – for the holidays, but they can also pose a risk if basic precautions are ignored.

Each year, fires caused from electrical issues result in millions of dollars worth of damage, not to mention the death that can very often occur.

And while outdoor displays aren’t nearly as combustible as Christmas trees can be, it’s still important to follow some basic guidelines to minimize the risk of fire from outdoor Christmas lights.

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8 Ways Every Homeowner Should Prepare for a Power Outage

8 Ways Every Homeowner Should Prepare for a Power Outage
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Power outages can occur for numerous reasons, ranging from a fallen tree to a natural disaster or routine repair work. There are approximately 100,000 thunderstorms each year in the United States that can lead to a loss of electricity. If your power goes out, remember to check if it’s affecting the whole grid, and contact your electric company for more information. Regardless of why it goes out, it’s always best to have a plan in place.

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