A third of American homes, or about 48 million properties, are at risk of wildfires. Here's how to protect yours.

You’ve seen buildings and homes with fire sprinklers inside … but what about on the roof? “It does save homes,” said Harry ...

Up to 65,000 homes have had their insulation fitted wrongly in two government schemes. We explain how to get it put right, ...

Building homes in this region involves understanding the effects of humidity and rain on structures and incorporating features th ...

You’ve seen buildings and homes with fire sprinklers inside… but what about on the roof? “It does save homes,” said Harry Statter of Frontline Wildfire Defense, a company ...

The main advice is to check for draughts from unexpected places - and that means the likes of keyholes, pet doors, pipes and ...

Fit an insulated draught-proofing strip around the edge of the loft hatch and check your roof for missing or damaged tiles. Repair any gaps with roof sealant or call a tradesman, if necessary.

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