Most resolutions fail, but this one protects your biggest investment. Welcome to "The Science of the Home," our year-long guide to home resilience. From the winter freeze to the summer heat, we map out exactly how to keep your Utah home disaster-free in 2025. [Read More...]

The forecast calls for wind and rain, not snow, this Christmas. This "warm" storm brings unique risks like wind-driven leaks and sump pump failures. Here is your guide to securing your home—and your inflatables—during this wet holiday week. [Read More...]

The kids are home, guests are arriving, and your routine is out the window. We call this "Chaos Week," and it's the prime time for home disasters. From "flushable" wipe backups to forgotten candles, our survival guide helps you navigate the busiest week of the year without a call to the fire department. [Read More...]

You bring the tree inside, and suddenly you have a runny nose and a cough. Is it a cold, or is it "Christmas Tree Syndrome"? Whether you prefer real or artificial trees, your holiday decor could be introducing mold and dust mites into your home. Here is the science behind the sneeze and how to clear the air. [Read More...]

December is the peak month for home electrical fires. We all want that magical holiday glow, but none of us want to end up like Clark Griswold—tripping breakers or sparking a fire. From the "tinderbox" risk of dry Christmas trees to the dangerous habit of "daisy-chaining" extension cords, our ultimate guide covers the top safety checks every Utah homeowner needs to make before plugging in the lights. [Read More...]

Thanksgiving is statistically the #1 day for home fires and emergency plumbing calls. Don't let a "Turkey Bomb," a "$500 Clog," or a "Tail Wag Fire" ruin your holiday. From deep fryer physics to the items you should never put down the disposal, our survival guide covers the top three ways homeowners accidentally turn a feast into a disaster—and exactly how to prevent them.