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5 Signs of Mold in the Home

by Spectora | Apr 25, 2023 | Community, Homeowners, Safe & Healthy Home

Mold is a fungus that thrives in damp environments and can grow rapidly in homes with excess moisture. It affects air quality and causes a range of health problems, from allergies and asthma to more severe respiratory conditions. Recognizing the signs of mold in your...

6 Tips for Making a Home Safe For Seniors

by Spectora | Mar 27, 2023 | Community, Home Improvement, Safe & Healthy Home

Making your home safe and accessible for seniors is essential to ensure your elderly family members can live comfortably and independently. There are lots of simple changes you can make to ensure that your home is age-friendly, such as installing grab bars in...

4 Signs of Structural Problems in Your Home

by Spectora | Sep 2, 2022 | Home Inspection, Home Maintenance, Safe & Healthy Home

Cracks and stuck doors are seemingly minor issues that can indicate structural problems in your home. They could be due to structural damage in your home. Here are some signs to know if your house is at risk of structural damage. Signs of Structural Problems in Your...

5 Fireplace Safety Tips

by Spectora | Nov 16, 2021 | Community, Safe & Healthy Home, Seasonal

Keeping Your Fireplace Safe Fireplaces provide a cozy ambiance for the colder seasons. Improper use of a fireplace, however, is a major safety hazard. It’s up to you to make sure your fireplace is in good condition and that you know how to safely burn a fire indoors....

5 Tips for Improving Indoor Air Quality

by Spectora | May 19, 2021 | Community, Homeowners, Safe & Healthy Home

Clean indoor air at home is important for your family’s health. We spend most of our time inside the house, however, various elements pollute the indoor air we breathe. Indoor allergens come from pets, pollen, cleaning chemicals, and household dust. Here are 5...

Make Your Deck Safe for Children and Pets

by Spectora | Apr 20, 2021 | Community, Homeowners, Safe & Healthy Home

Ways to Make Your Deck Safe When you have children and pets, you take steps to baby- and pet-proof your home, but many overlook the backyard deck. The weather is warming up and you’ll be spending more time outdoors with family and friends. Whether you’re entertaining...