Useful Links
These links (bold, blue headings are hot links) have been hand-selected for our clients because they are independent, unbiased and among the most useful and authoritative industry resources available on all topics home-related including:
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Safety
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General Advice and Information
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Product Recalls and Defects
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Industry References and Information
Chimneys & Fireplaces
Chimney Safety Institute of America - The ultimate source for ALL fire, wood stove, fireplace & chimney info
Doors & Windows
US Dept of Energy (DoE) - Information about energy efficiency, safety, and money saving tips
Electrical
Mike Holt Forum - A font of wisdom about all things electrical
Aluminum Wiring - two sources detailing the concerns about solid strand aluminum (AL) wiring
Is My Panel Safe? - A detailed review of the major concerns about Federal Pacific and Zinsco panels
Environmental Issues
Asbestos - Information about asbestos and the mesothelioma it can cause from the Mesothelioma Center
Treat Mesothelioma - An all-in-one resource for mesothelioma patients , families, & friends
Carbon Monoxide - Important information about CO from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) - A comprehensive site about IAQ and related concerns like asthma from DoE
Lead - Everything you need to know about lead exposure and related health risks to you & your family from the EPA
Mold - The definitive source for information about mold, mildew and moisture in your home from the EPA
Radon - The 2nd leading cause of lung cancer in the US. Vital info from the EPA
Fire Safety
General Information
This Old House - Articles, advice and videos from the show
Repair Budgeting Tool - The ULTIMATE pricing guide for repairs, renovations and projects from Homewyse.com
(I use this ALL THE TIME!!!)
Houselogic - Excellent tips, ideas, and information for Realtors and homeowners from The Nat'l Assoc of Realtors
DoItYourself - Tips, advice and forums to tackle ANY project on your own
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning)
Electric Space Heater Safety - Tips from the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI)
Space Heater Information - Insights on all kinds of space heaters from the DoE
Insulation
Vermiculite - Important info from the EPA. Looks like kitty litter - causes cancer!
Plumbing
Terry Love Forum - Simply the BEST forum for advice and answers about all things plumbing
Septic Systems - Everything you ever wanted(?) to know about septic - National Environmental Services Center
Lead Pipes - Important safety information about lead pipes from SafePlumbing.org
Lead Pipes - What To Do - Risks, options and programs available from the City of Philadelphia
Pools & Spas
Pool Safety - Things you NEED to know if you have a pool (especially with kids) from SwimmingPool.com
Pool Safety - More important safety information from the Red Cross
Pool Maintenance - Super useful tips from SwimmingPool.com
Product Safety & Recalls
Product Recalls - Recall alerts from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), also a wise Twitter follow
Siding & Stucco
Stucco Cracking - Help for a common problem, from Bob Vila
Synthetic Stucco (EIFS) - Also called "Dryvit," if you have it, this is IMPORTANT info from the Exterior Design Institute
Asbestos Siding - Information and options from asbestos.com