HomeWhat Do I Need to Know About My Home?Knowing where the utility shut-off valves are is a good start.SavePrintFire extinguishers are a vital part of home ownership, and one should always be kept in the kitchen. Jason Finn/Dreamstime/TNSTribune News Service9/20/2024|Updated: 9/20/20240:00X 1By Angie Hicks From Ask AngiWhen it comes to homeownership, knowledge is power.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentTribune News ServiceAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesWhen Fair Doesn’t Mean Equal in Estate PlanningDec 27, 2025Cookbooks 2025 Gift Guide: 5 Notable Cookbooks Including the Science of Barbecue, the Magic of Cheese and MoreDec 26, 2025The 50 Best Wines Under $50 From Our Critic, Who Tasted 2,874Dec 26, 2025Ask Angi: What Can I Do About Frozen Gutters?Dec 26, 2025Related Topicshome maintenance