Safety and Security Videos
Reducing Litter from Cigarettes
Green Home, Safety and Security, Thinking Green, Video by Danny Lipford
Carelessly throwing cigarette butts on the ground is not only a fire hazard, it accounts for over 30% of all the litter in the U.S. Cigarette butts take 10-15 years to decompose and can leach harmful chemicals—including cyanide, arsenic, and lead—into water supplies. Watch this video.
How to Position a Car in Your Garage
Garage and Storage, Repairs and Installation, Safety and Security, Video by Danny Lipford
Danny demonstrates a simple method of determining how far to pull your car into the garage so the door will close by suspending a plastic golf ball from the ceiling with a string. Watch this video.
Homemade Protective Pads for Extension Ladder
Painting & Finishing, Safety and Security, Simple Solutions, Tools & Hardware, Video by Joe Truini
The plastic caps on the end of an extension ladder can scratch paint or siding when they are leaned against your house. A simple way to protect your siding is to wrap the ends of the ladder with scraps of carpet, then hold them on with duct tape. Watch this video.
How to Clean the Air in Your Home
Ask Danny, Green Home, Heating and Cooling, Safety and Security, Video by Danny Lipford
Bitsy asks, “What can I do to relieve allergies and keep the dust and pollen out of my house?“
A good quality air filter on your HVAC heating/cooling system is the first line of defense against dust, dirt, and airborne allergens in your home. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.
Plastic Storm Panels for Your Home
Doors and Windows, Repairs and Installation, Safety and Security, Video by Allen Lyle
High winds from hurricanes and severe storms can cause broken windows, allowing extensive damage to the interior of your home. While covering windows with plywood is the least expensive option, polypropylene plastic storm panels weigh much less and allow light into the home. Watch this video to learn more about how plastic storm panels can protect your home. Watch this video.
How to Protect a Garage Door from Storm Damage
Garage and Storage, Repairs and Installation, Safety and Security, Video by Danny Lipford
Garage doors can be easily damaged by high winds during a hurricane or severe storm. Metal reinforcement kits are available that attach to the concrete slab and framing above the door to provide two additional points of support, or you can make your own garage door reinforcement from 2×4s. Watch this video to find out how to go about it. Watch this video.
How to Use a Portable Generator Safely
Electrical and Lighting, Repairs and Installation, Safety and Security, Video by Danny Lipford
Portable generators are a great way to provide power during outages, but there are some important safety considerations, including carbon monoxide poisoning and electrical overloads that can damage appliances. Watch this video.
Installing a Whole House Generator for Your Home
Electrical and Lighting, Repairs and Installation, Safety and Security, Video by Danny Lipford
Installing a whole house backup generator on your home is a great way to power appliances in the case of a power outage due to severe weather. Watch this video to find out more about whole house generators. Watch this video.
How to Protect Windows from Wind Damage
Doors and Windows, Repairs and Installation, Safety and Security, Video by Danny Lipford
Watch this video to find out how to protect your windows from high winds and flying debris during storms and hurricanes by covering them with special fabric storm panels or plywood panels. Watch this video.
How to Make Your Bathroom Safe for Children
Kitchens and Baths, Plumbing, Safety and Security, Video by Danny Lipford
Watch this video to find out how you can reduce the chance of scalding in the bathroom by lowering the temperature of your water heater. Watch this video.










