Water and fire are the biggest enemies of our wooden homes, so I thought I would compile some information about a few low cost upgrades that could help protect your home against these risks. In the last year I have had flooding, a leaking sewer and a burst water heater in my basement. Read on to learn about the simple fixes I have installed or considered to make my home more resilient and give me peace of mind. Water sensors- These are the number one defense item - cheap and

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