MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota — Things really do go bump in the night on Halloween! Experts say a spike in crime on October 31st is truly frightening. Insurance companies report a 17% increase in claims, and ...

Home security is a big deal for most people. You want to feel safe in your own space, and it’s easy to think you can handle it all yourself. There are tons of DIY home security ideas online, and some ...

Philips Hue is launching new indoor and outdoor cameras, along with door and window sensors, that aim to turn smart lighting into a DIY home security system. The Hue Secure range kicks off with 1080p ...

The Eufy Security Solar Wall Light Cam S120 is great solution for DIYers. It provides a bright (300 lumens) outdoor wall light and a top-notch security camera in a ...

Protect your home and your wallet with these easy, affordable upgrades that may qualify you for insurance discounts.

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Lock exterior doors and windows. Duh. Surprisingly, as many as 30 percent of burglaries occur without forced entry. Leaving a door unlocked makes it simple for the most amateur thieves to walk in and ...

Good lighting can completely change the feel of a room. It shapes how a space looks, how it feels to live in, and how guests experience your home. The good news is that you do not need a major ...