Tag: Home Safety

Reasons to invest in a lightning protection system for your home

Posted on 03/02/2025

When a lightning bolt hits a property, it can do an...

Electrical wiring safety: When to call an electrician

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Posted on 10/20/2024

While many homeowners would prefer to either ignore or...

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Electrical Wiring

A basic guide to smart alarm systems

Posted on 08/25/2024

Homeowners often have many concerns, and security is...

Home safety: Tips for making an evacuation plan

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Posted on 01/21/2024

An evacuation plan is something every household should have...

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Posted on 12/31/2023

A Beginner's Guide to Fireplace Maintenance & Safety

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...

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Fireplace Maintenance

Tornado Safety Guidelines for Home & Beyond

Posted on 12/24/2023

Preparing for a disaster at home is key to staying safe in the event of an emergency. However, every home is different, and the likelihood of you being away from home when a disaster occurs means you should prepare for as many possible situations as you can. For tornado safety, the guidelines can vary depending on where you...

Emergency Preparedness

A basic guide to DIY home security systems

Posted on 02/26/2023

Having a home security system is a great way to protect...

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Posted on 08/28/2022

Tips to protect your home while you're on vacation

When you go away on vacation, the last thing you want to do is worry about dealing with a break-in or property damage when you come back. Fortunately, there are several ways you can protect your home from break-ins, fires, floods and other dangers when you're away. The following tips can help you keep your home as safe...

Sheltering Without Power: How to Prepare

Posted on 03/27/2022

A power outage can happen anywhere. Even if you don't live in an area prone to extreme weather or natural disasters, it's crucial to know what to do if you lose power for an extended period. Here are some of the best ways to prepare for sheltering at home without power: Get an Emergency Weather Radio Emergency weather...

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Home safety: How to prevent burns at home

Posted on 03/13/2022

Burns can range from mild injuries to severe and permanent damage. However, there are ways to reduce your burn risk at home. Keep the following burn prevention tips in mind to keep safe from this type of injury. Lower your water heater temperature Your water heater could be producing water that's hot enough to scald or burn. Keep...

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Tornado Safety: How to Prepare

Posted on 01/16/2022

With wind speeds of over 300 miles per hour, a tornado can be devastating. Luckily, meteorologists can predict them accurately enough to give you time to get to safety. Before a tornado comes, however, it's important to be prepared. Here are some tips for being tornado-ready: Know Where to Go Under ground is the safest place to go...