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It may be a matter of conjecture whether the world is gradually becoming more dangerous or not but what cannot be doubted is the fact that the safety of one’s family should be the prime concern for everyone. You may have been a victim of burglary and so may be wary and skeptical or you may be very worried for your kids who are alone at home for the most part of the day. Whatever be the case, you can do many things to bolster the security of your house. Though nothing can be termed as one hundred percent safe or completely fool proof, bringing about few changes can act as major deterrence’s to potential miscreants and offer you the much needed sense of relief.

Hedges and shrubs should be trimmed in order to keep the walkways, doors and windows clear and…

Insulation

Adequate insulation is the most critical factor in saving energy in your home. Insulation is measured by R-value, a measure of the thermal resistance to heat flow through the material. The higher the R-value, the greater the effectiveness of the insulation material. The Department of Energy recommends minimum R-values for different regions of the country and different types of heating systems. For most of the country (all except the extreme South), you should strive to obtain the following insulation R-values in your home: Crawl space or floor: R-19; Exterior Walls: R-11; Ceilings or Attics: R-38. Following are some specific notes regarding insulation in each area of the home.

Attics: Along with insulating, make sure you maintain adequate…