The icicles are pretty, but the water stain on your ceiling isn't. If you have an active ice dam, putting a ladder on an icy driveway and hacking at your roof with a hammer is the worst thing you can do. Learn the difference between dangerous pressure washing and safe ice steaming—and how to save your roof this week. [Read More...]

It's the dead of winter, and you hear running water behind a wall. Panic sets in. Do you know where your main shut-off valve is? From stopping the flow to safe thawing techniques (no open flames!), here are the immediate emergency steps every Utah homeowner needs when a pipe bursts. [Read More...]

The guests are gone, but the cleanup is just beginning. Don't just stuff the lights in a bin! From inspecting cords for hidden fire damage to safely removing tree sap from your floors, our "Post-Holiday Hangover" guide helps you reset your home safely. [Read More...]

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...]