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How to Secure Your Home Entry Points Like a Pro (Doors, Windows & Garage)

Three days after moving into their first house in Naperville, Illinois, my neighbors found their back door standing open. Nothing was taken — whoever it was got spooked, maybe by the dog they didn’t know was there — but the frame was cracked clean from the jamb, the deadbolt had popped right through it, and the whole thing had taken maybe four seconds. The lock itself was fine. It was the door frame that had never stood a chance. That’s...

Top 7 Home Decor Trends in 2026

Every year, home decor styles change to match the way we want to live our lives – what makes us feel comfortable, what makes us feel excited, and what makes us feel at home. And 2026 is no exception. If you’re planning to redecorate your home or just want to redecorate a room with a few new pieces of decor, it’s good to know what’s trending this year so you save yourself time, money, and a whole lot of second-guessing....