Tag: Home Safety

Posted on 12/22/2024
How to Prevent Flood Damage at Home
Flooding can cause significant damage to your home and even make it uninhabitable in worst-case scenarios. Floods can lead to mold growth, wood rot and other types of water damage that can be costly to repair. Taking steps to prevent floods from occurring can protect your home from this kind of damage. Use these flood prevention tips to...
Emergency Preparedness
Flood Damage
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Posted on 11/03/2024
A beginners guide to fire safety for homeowners
House fires can happen anytime and spread quickly, causing...
Fire Safety
Home Safety
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Posted on 04/14/2024
Home safety: Tips for making an evacuation plan
An evacuation plan is something every household should have...
Emergency Planning
Emergency Preparedness
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Posted on 04/07/2024
4 Budget-friendly ways to upgrade living spaces for seniors
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...
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Bathroom
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Posted on 02/18/2024
Home safety: How to prevent burns at home
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...
Burns
Fire Safety
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Posted on 11/19/2023
How to prevent holiday fires this season
The holiday season can be filled with happiness and cheer....
Home Safety
Holiday Safety
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Posted on 02/19/2023
How to Safely Enjoy Your Fireplace
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
Fireplace
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Posted on 11/28/2021
Detectors: Placing your carbon monoxide detectors for maximum safety
Carbon monoxide leaks are an emergency situation. Gas stoves, dryers, furnaces, wood-burning fireplaces and other gas or flame-ignited appliances are all potential sources of carbon monoxide leaks. Carbon monoxide poisoning causes headaches, nausea and other symptoms, which can turn into a life-threatening emergency with continued exposure to this gas. But don't fret. Carbon monoxide detectors can provide you...
Carbon Monoxide
Emergency Planning
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Posted on 03/29/2020
Two Vital Tips to Strenghten Your Home's Security
There are a lot of effective ways to keep your home safe, secure, and free from intrusion, but those techniques are of little use if you don't consistently use them. Technological solutions are well worth considering because they can be activated and monitored from almost any location. Whether you're at a restaurant across town or comfortably lying in bed...
Home Security
Avoiding Burglary
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Posted on 11/17/2019
Keep Your Pets Safe at Home
Image by Irina from Unsplash Whether you have young pets or older ones, there are certain household hazards to be aware of. Puppies and kittens can get into trouble while exploring different parts of your home out of curiosity. Adult dogs and cats can also end up getting hurt or sick from common household dangers for pets. Keep...
Home Safety
Pet Proof
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