Archive: July 2025
You Should Optimize the Fire Resistance of Your Garage
When it comes to fire safety, most homeowners think of smoke alarms, escape plans, and fire extinguishers. But what about your garage? Many overlook this part of the house, yet it’s a high-risk zone. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, over 6,500 residential garage fires
Making Sure Your Garage is Ready for Seattle’s Wet Winters
Seattle has one of the most temperate climates in the U.S., which makes it a great place to live year-round. But that doesn’t mean its winters are easy. Even when temperatures hover around 50 °F, the damp air and constant cloud cover can make everything
Keep Your Garage Critter Free Without Killing A Thing (Not Even a Mouse)
In a previous blog, we gave several tips on how to keep critters from setting down roots and getting comfy in the dark corners of your garage. Today we’re going to share a few techniques for controlling those pests if your prevention measures weren’t put
4 Ways to Eliminate Pests from Your Garage
We safeguard our garages against burglars, but rarely think about those teenee-tiny home intruders — cockroaches, rats, and other pests that have chosen home intrusion as their career. They often sneak in at night when we’re sound asleep. They borough in during inclement weather. And
Garage Fire Prevention: Flammable Material in Your Garage
It’s no wonder that garages are the one place in a home most prone to fire. We don’t often think about it, but a garage is an incredible safety hazard. Even if your garage door itself is in good condition and repair, the garage can