The Most Common Fire Hazards In Your Home
With colder temperatures outside, many are spending more time in their home which increases the risk of a house fire. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) notes more than 360,000 home structure fires a year, which results in about $6-8 billion in damages.
Protect Your Home While on Vacation
Whether you’re taking a weekend trip to a local beach resort or two-week adventure abroad, it is always important to protect your home while you’re away on vacation. According to reports by Fox News, home break-ins occur mostly in the summer months of July and August because it is most common time for homeowners to be away on vacation.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, poisoning gas. It’s produced by the incomplete burning of various fuels, including coal, wood, oil, kerosene, and natural gas. On average, 170 people in the United States die every year from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Safety Games for Kids
Learning about safety can be boring for little ones, but what if you can turn it into a game? One of the best ways to teach children about anything is through entertainment, and we’ve come across some creative ideas for fun safety games.
How to Identify an Unlicensed Contractor
A recent article in The Sun-Sentinel, “How to Avoid Hiring Unlicensed Contractors," explained that 6,000 complaints were filed in the state of Florida last year alone regarding unlicensed contractors.
Snowbirds Protecting Homes for the Summer
As the warm weather sets in up north, snowbirds – condominium and homeowners who spend a large portion of winter in warmer locales – begin to pack their bags and prepare to head north for the summer.