Do-it-yourselfer Q&A

The only certain way to find out if the ceiling contains asbestos is to test it; asbestos test kits can be bought at some home centers and on the Internet. …
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Fall home and garden checklist

Devise an escape plan, and post it where it's visible at all times. For more tips and a home safety checklist, click on www.firstalert.com/safety-checklist.php.
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Do-it-yourselfer Q&A

Removal should be done only by a certified asbestos remedial specialist. You can get more information at www.epa.gov; search for Asbestos in Your Home. …
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Do-it-yourselfer Q&A

Removal should be done only by a certified asbestos remedial specialist. You can get more information at www.epa.gov; search for Asbestos in Your Home. …
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Do-it-yourselfer Q&A

-Debbie A. I can't recommend any shortcuts to handling asbestos insulation. The basic rule if there is asbestos in a home is: If it is in good condition, …
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Is your deck safe for Labor Day revelry?

According to the Home Safety Council, 83 percent of all American homes have some sort of outdoor living space such as deck, porch, patio or balcony. …
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