Tag: Home Safety

Posted on 11/26/2024
Checklist: Electrical Maintenance Projects for Your Home
Keeping your electrical system in good condition is a crucial part of lowering the risk of electric shocks, fires and other electrical hazards. Have professional electricians handle major electrical problems and installations, such as putting in new wiring or repairing faulty wires. Doing some regular maintenance on your own can help reduce the risk of electrical problems in...
Electrician
Home Electrical
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Posted on 11/14/2023
Power outages: What to do in the middle of one
Power outages happen for a variety of reasons like storms,...
Emergency Preparedness
Home Safety
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Posted on 08/08/2023
Reasons to invest in a lightning protection system for your home
When a lightning bolt hits a property, it can do an...
Home Safety
Electrical System
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Posted on 11/29/2022
Power surge in house electrical systems: What homeowners should know
Every homeowner should be aware of when and how a power...
Home Safety
Electrical System
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Posted on 04/12/2022
Safety Tips for Pool Owners
Having a backyard pool provides a great way to cool off in summer and have fun in the water. When you're a pool owner, you'll also need to keep safety in mind. Here are a few quick and easy safety tips to help you do help you keep your pool fun and secure: Put up barriers Having pool...
Backyard
Home Safety
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Posted on 02/22/2022
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...
Fireplace
Fireplace Maintenance
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Posted on 01/25/2022
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 12/28/2021
A Beginner's Guide to Household Fire Safety
Keeping your home safe doesn't have to be complicated. By practicing good habits and establishing best practices with everyone in your household, you can prepare for--and prevent--major issues. Fire safety is a particular concern that can be accomplished by remembering a few simple tips. Here are the basics of household fire safety: Maintain & Test Your Smoke Detectors...
Fire Prevention
Fire Safety
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