This year, our Midwest winter was on the mild side. While this led to less shoveling and warmer temperatures, it also allowed ticks to..

Losing a home to a fire or tornado is a devastating life-changing event. If your home were destroyed, would you have enough coverage on..

The electrical load on a household has significantly increased in the last 50 years. Today most people have at least one computer, several..

With nicer weather on the way, we'll start seeing a flurry of activity in our neighborhoods. Neighbors will begin walking/running, grilling..

Picture this. You're outside in your yard enjoying a beautiful spring day. As you feel the warm, gentle wind start to get a little..

In the early morning hours of April 4, 1981, a F4 tornado unexpectedly struck West Bend, Wisconsin. The tornado caused 3 fatalities, 53..

There are millions of dehumidifiers in homes across the country. A dehumidifier removes the air's moisture and keeps our homes dry. They..

Do you plan to buy an older home because it has character or as an investment? In either case, pay attention to the type of wiring. 

Our homes today are filled with electronics and appliances that make our lives easier and provide us with entertainment. DVD players,..

Each year, Mother Nature throws a variety of different winter conditions at us, including warm/cold temperatures, snow, rain, and a wintery..

In the Midwest, coming out to a car covered in snow and ice is a common occurrence. For me, it's one that never gets any easier.

Have you ever jumped into your car, turned the key, and nothing happened? If so, did thoughts like this start racing through your head?

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