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Best Smoke Detectors of 2026
We reviewed the top fire and smoke alarms for your home in 2026. Protect your...
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Best Fire Extinguishers
We talked to firefighters to select the most reliable, easy-to-use fire extinguishers that will fit...
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A Guide to the Best Fire Escape Ladders
To help make your home safer, we’ll cover some of the features you want in...
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The Best Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors of 2026
From smart carbon monoxide detectors to simple plug-in units, we researched the best CO detectors...
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Best Home Safes 2025
The best home safes protect against more than burglary; they’re fire and water resistant too....
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Best Motion Detector Lights of 2025
Check out our round-up of the top five best motion sensor lights of 2025 with...

Maintenance and prevention

From your front yard to the attic, a little maintenance goes a long way to keep your home safe and in good condition. Our seasonal checklists can show you how to prevent hazards like fire, poor indoor air quality, mold, and burglary.

Hazards at home

Hazards like asbestos, mold, and radon can linger in your home undetected. Learn the basics of detection, prevention, and treatment for common home hazards like these.

Security Cameras

Smile, you’re on camera! Security cameras can catch hazards while you’re away from home.

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Emergency Prep

Whether it’s a fire, flood, or tornado, natural disasters are worth preparing for. We cover topics like how to prepare an emergency kit and create an evacuation plan.

Resources

Want more home safety tips? These articles will get you started.
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20 Things You’ll Need for Your First Home
Here's everything you need to equip your new home for safety, security, and convenience. Find...
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What Are Some General Home Safety Tips?
If there’s one place you should always feel safe, it’s in your own home. It’s...

Home Safety FAQ

From preparing for emergencies to preventing disasters, we answer your home safety questions.

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Explore all home safety

The kitchen can be dangerous. Learn how to extinguish kitchen fires, sanitize surfaces, and cook...
These fifteen natural cleaning products will help you get your spring cleaning done safely and...
See SafeWise experts' answers to frequently asked home safety questions, including maintenance, household accidents, and...
Learn about common household poisons, how to store them properly, and when to just throw them out in this room-by-room guide.
Find out what homeowners insurance is, why you need it, and how to get the right coverage for the right price. See how much home insurance costs in your state.
Many parents think their home is the safest place for their children, and this is often true. But sadly, accidents and injuries at home do happen. Because children tend to spend a lot of time in playrooms, we researched some of the most common playroom hazards and what you can do to try and avoid […]
(NOT VISIBLE TO USER) PAGE ANCHOR: #Common_pipe_threats Owning a home is incredibly rewarding, but it comes with a lot of responsibilities—including taking care of your pipes. We know pipe maintenance probably isn’t at the top of your to-do list, but ignoring your pipes can lead to a range of plumbing issues—including a flooded home. To […]
If there’s one place you should always feel safe, it’s your home. Read on for simple steps you can take to increase the safety of your home.
Test indoor air quality in your home with air quality monitors to check allergens, dust, carbon monoxide, radon, and indoor pollutants that cause health problems.
Kids can help keep the whole house safe with these safety habits and practices.
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