Tag: Home Safety

Posted on 12/22/2024
A beginners guide to home lightning protection systems
When a lightning bolt hits a property, it can do an...
Home Safety
Electrical System
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Posted on 08/25/2024
How to Maintain Your Wood-Burning Fireplace
For many, the fireplace is the focal point of the home. Whether you use it for heat or just for ambiance, a wood burning fireplace is an important feature that requires regular maintenance to function and keep everybody safe. Here are some tips for general maintenance of your wood-burning fireplace: Clean the Interior One of the simplest ways...
Fireplace
Fireplace Maintenance
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Posted on 03/10/2024
3 Ways to Stay Safe During a Hurricane
Hurricanes of all sizes can be dangerous. No matter how serious the storm is, there are guidelines you should follow to stay safe at home. Here are some safety tips to remember during a hurricane: Stay Away From Windows If you aren't required to evacuate your home, the best place to be is inside and away from windows....
Disaster Preparation
Emergency Preparedness
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Posted on 01/21/2024
Budget-friendly ways to upgrade living spaces on retirement
Home changes happen throughout the years. Whether they're for improving quality of life or peace of mind, these upgrades and renovations often cost a significant amount of money. And for those with a fixed income, living on a pension or receiving retirement/social security, it can make a hefty dent in the wallet. Here are a few ways to...
Bathroom
Bathroom
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Posted on 09/10/2023
Safety tips for your garage
Your garage offers a convenient place to keep your vehicle safe, store tools and gardening supplies and work on a wide range of projects. The following tips can help you improve the safety of your garage to lower the risk of injuries or other harm to you and your household. Keep hazardous materials locked up Pesticide products, fertilizers...
Garage
Garage
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Posted on 04/02/2023
Protect your home with a DIY home security system
Having a home security system is a great way to protect...
Home Security Tips
Security System
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Posted on 02/26/2023
Tips for creating a natural disaster plan at home
Depending on where you live, you're likely to be at risk for some type of natural disaster. Hurricanes and tropical storms, snowstorms, ice storms, tornadoes, flash floods, earthquakes and wildfires are among the many natural disasters many homeowners have to face regularly. Having a natural disaster plan prepared can help you know what to do if this type...
Disaster Preparation
Emergency Planning
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Posted on 12/04/2022
Security systems at home: Top benefits of having one installed
Home security systems are incredible ways to deter break-ins. While this is the most obvious benefit of having one of these systems, there are plenty of others. The following are some of the advantages you can enjoy when you choose to get a security system for your home. Lower home insurance rates Since a home security system can...
Home Safety
Home Safety
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Posted on 01/02/2022
How to tell if you have a gas leak
Gas leaks are a dangerous problem for homeowners. These leaks, which can occur from gas stoves, fireplaces and other gas-powered appliances, cause natural gas to build up inside your house, which can lead to serious and potentially deadly health problems. So it's important to know when you might have a gas leak. Here are a few of the...
Carbon Monoxide
Gas Leak
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