Home safety

Publication date: Jan. 25, 2023

Reviewed by Hank StelzerForestry State SpecialistWith ever-increasing fuel costs, heating with wood has again become very popular with Missourians. But this increased use of wood-heating equipment brings with it the need for constant, careful ...

Publication date: Nov. 1, 2022

Reviewed by Conne BurnhamMU Extension Emergency Management Bob SchultheisMU Extension natural resource engineering specialist in Webster CountyCold weather is hard on cars and trucks and usually causes at least one vehicle around the farm or home to ...

Publication date: April 21, 2022

Cleaning up after a flood takes special care. Families returning to their flooded homes should exercise caution before and during the cleanup process. To help you get your life and home back to normal, download this PDF.ContentsSteps toward ...

Publication date: April 5, 2022

David E. BakerDepartment of Agricultural EngineeringPortable kerosene heater can a valuable temporary heat source for homeowners to use during winter power outages to prevent pipes from freezing, for heating small areas for family comfort until the ...

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2019

This guide is one in the Exploring Energy Efficiency and Alternatives (E3A): Energy Management for Home series. This one provides safety tips for limiting carbon monoxide in the home. Energy efficiencyFuel-burning appliancesSymptoms of carbon ...

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2019

This guide is one in the Exploring Energy Efficiency and Alternatives (E3A): Energy Management for Home series. This one covers water heater maintenance and provides energy-saving options and tips on buying a new water heater. Adjust the ...