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 ArticlesMortgage Options: Which Is Better for Buying a Home?Feb 07, 2026Veggie Wrap With Peanut SauceFeb 06, 2026Virginia Beach Lands on New York Times’ Best Places to Go Worldwide in 2026 ListFeb 05, 20264 Money Habits Boomers Swore by That Millennials Are Walking Away FromFeb 04, 2026Related Topicshome maintenance