Getting Your Roof Right
From hurricanes to hailstorms and tornadoes, our state sees it all, and your roof is your home’s first line of defense against harsh weather. When the roof fails or is compromised, it’s likely to cause catastrophic damage, displacing your family and...
Safe Mowing Habits Can Prevent Rollovers
While mowing brings joy to some, it is a chore to others. No matter which group of people you fall into, or how experienced you are on a tractor, you should never let your guard down. Here are a few tips to help prevent rollover accidents: Know the...
How to Prevent Dryer Fires
Even if you faithfully clean the lint filter after every load, it’s the lint you can’t see that poses the biggest fire risk. The National Fire Protection Agency reports clothes dryers are to blame for 92% of all laundry room fires, and on average...
How to Build a Rain Garden
Why build a rain garden? Rainwater runoff is full of harmful pollutants that can find their way into South Carolina’s rivers and streams, harming the environment. Runoff from roof tops and driveways picks up all sorts of nasty things like bacteria...
Prevent Unwanted Leaks from Damaging Your Home
Here in South Carolina, it rains - a lot! Use this checklist as the seasons change to help prevent water from finding its way inside your home.