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Reduce Ice Dam and Icicle Damage   ( 2013-02-04 )

The best way to avoid damage is to keep ice dams from forming.

Prairie Fare: Here’s the Scoop on Snow Removal   ( 2013-01-31 )

Snow blowers or snow throwers are linked to more than 6,000 emergency room visits, according to a report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Prairie Fare: Don’t Let Your Holidays Become Hazardous   ( 2012-12-13 )

During the holiday season, houses can be filled with potential safety issues for pets and children.

NDSU Offers Fall Prevention Workshop   ( 2012-12-13 )

Stepping On will help participants identify why they fall and offer different ways to prevent falling.

Flooding and Wet Soil May Worsen Winter Home Moisture Problems   ( 2011-12-19 )

Condensation and mold growth could be bigger problems than normal this winter.

Beware of Space Heater Hazards   ( 2011-09-20 )

Burns and carbon monoxide poisoning are two of the dangers of using space heaters.

Remove Mold for a Healthy Home   ( 2011-09-06 )

Killing mold isn’t good enough; it has to be removed, too.

Properly Rebuild, Insulate Flooded Homes   ( 2011-08-22 )

Make sure contractors install the proper amount of insulation.

Sanitize Water Lines Before Using Water   ( 2011-08-09 )

Take steps to make sure your drinking water is safe after a flood.

Protect Children After a Flood   ( 2011-08-08 )

Once-flooded homes and flood recovery efforts can be hazardous to children.

New NDSU Videos Demonstrate Flood Cleanup   ( 2011-08-03 )

An NDSU Extension specialist explains how to clean a flood-damaged home.

Learn When to Use Bleach and Other Chemicals for Flood Cleanup   ( 2011-08-01 )

NDSU’s flood expert provides advice on using biocides for flood cleanup.

Make Sure Structural Materials Dry Before Rebuilding   ( 2011-07-26 )

NDSU Extension has moisture meters homeowners can borrow.

Videos Offer Flood Cleanup Information   ( 2011-07-22 )

Five new NDSU videos provide advice on cleaning your home after a flood.

Use Caution When Cleaning Flooded Buildings   ( 2011-07-15 )

Thorough cleaning and disinfecting are keys to recovering after a flood.

Don’t Overwork Flooded Septic Systems   ( 2011-07-11 )

Septic systems that were flooded should be treated carefully.

Clean or Replace Flooded Energy-related Items   ( 2011-07-08 )

NDSU offers tips on dealing with flooded items such as insulation and household appliances.

Control Basement Water Seepage   ( 2011-06-28 )

Water seeping into the basement can cause health problems and structural damage.

Flooded Wells Must be Cleaned   ( 2011-04-14 )

NDSU Extension water quality experts offer advice on cleaning flooded water wells.

Clean Wet Buildings Quickly, Safely   ( 2011-04-11 )

The NDSU Extension Service offers tips for cleaning wet buildings.