Tag: Home Safety

Posted on 03/03/2024

Flood Safety Basics

Floods are among the most common natural disasters homeowners contend with. Since flooding can be caused by many things--hurricanes, heavy rain, thawing snow and more--your home may be at risk no matter where you live. Luckily, there are plenty of simple measures you can take to prepare for a possible flood and stay safe during one. Here are...

Fireplace Safety 101: Basic Tips for Homeowners

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Posted on 02/11/2024

A functional fireplace is an extremely sought-after feature in any home. Regardless of the climate, a fireplace can provide a special coziness and warmth for everyone to enjoy. However, it's important to practice fireplace safety habits and keep up with maintenance. Here are some basic tips for safely enjoying your fireplace at home: Minimize Soot Buildup Chimney sweeping...

Fire Safety

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Posted on 11/26/2023

Home checklist for fire safety and prevention

House fires can do tremendous damage to your home and also put your household's lives at risk. It's crucial to practice fire safety and prevention, so you and your house members are prepared in case a fire does happen. Taking steps to prevent fires from occurring helps reduce the risk of having to deal with these fires. The...

Emergency Planning

Home Safety Tips to Deter Intruders

Posted on 11/12/2023

No matter how safe your neighborhood is, it's still important to protect it from break-ins. How can you deter intruders from coming into your yard and attempting to break into your home? The following safety tips can help you discourage intruders from targeting your home. Keep Valuable Items Out of View Intruders sometimes target houses when they can...

Must know home security safety tips

Posted on 10/08/2023

Your home should be a space of peace and security. In...

Home Security Tips

Tips for Making Your Home Pet Friendly and Pet Safe

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Posted on 09/17/2023

Pets can fill your home with joy and provide you with unconditional love and companionship. However, they can also end up getting into trouble or being mischievous at times, which is why it's important to make your home as safe as possible. You can turn your home into a more pet-friendly place with the following tips. Keep Hazardous...

Understanding & preventing damage from power surges at home

Posted on 09/03/2023

A power surge in house electrical systems can cause damage...

Electrical

Home Electrical Issues

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Posted on 06/04/2023

Tornado Safety: Where to Shelter at Home

Even small tornadoes can be dangerous. That's why it's important to have a plan for staying safe if one should appear in your area. If you're at home, there are several places you can take shelter from the strong winds and flying debris. Here are the best places at home to be during a tornado: Head for the...

The 3 Key Parts of Your Home to Hurricane-Proof

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Posted on 04/16/2023

Hurricanes can cause damage to your property in a variety of ways. Luckily, there are also many ways you can protect your home from the catastrophic effects of strong winds, rain and everything else a hurricane can bring. Here are three areas to focus on when hurricane-proofing your home: Windows Windows are an important feature to focus on...

Home fire escape planning: The basics

Posted on 03/26/2023

House fires can happen at any time, no matter how careful you are with fire prevention. Having a home fire escape plan offers peace of mind and a way to make sure your household can get out of your home safely. Knowing how to create one of these plans should be part of your fire safety and prevention...

Emergency Planning