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Tag: Home Safety

Posted on 09/08/2024
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...
Emergency Preparedness
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Posted on 07/28/2024
Remember these 7 key basics when weatherproofing your home
Weatherproofing your home can have enormous benefits,...
Home Safety
Weatherproof
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Posted on 07/14/2024
Flooding: Tip and Tricks to Reduce and Prevent Flood Damage
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 03/10/2024
Budget-friendly ways to upgrade living spaces on retirement
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...
Bathroom
Bathroom
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Posted on 12/17/2023
Pets at Home: How to Make Your Pet Safe
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...
Home Safety
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Posted on 09/03/2023
3 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe in a Hurricane
Preparing for a hurricane requires knowing how to keep everyone in your home safe--including your pets. Having an emergency plan for your pets as well as the people in your household will help you stay calm and safe if a hurricane happens in your area. Here are some tips for keeping your pets safe during a hurricane: Set...
Emergency Preparedness
Home Safety
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Posted on 03/19/2023
Fire safety: Prevention and actions plans for your home
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
Emergency Preparedness
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Posted on 05/29/2022
What to do during a power outage
Power outages happen for a variety of reasons like storms, grid issues, damage to components of the grid and many others. While a power outage may not be considered as directly dangerous as what may cause a power outage, there are still facets to keep in mind. Here are some tips for making it through a power outage:...
Emergency Preparedness
Home Safety
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Posted on 05/15/2022
Homebuyer Questions About Moving to a New Neighborhood
Buying the house itself is only part of home buying. When you buy a new home, you choose a brand new place to live. In some cases, that place might be unfamiliar or far away from where you lived before. So, it's important to keep the local area in mind during your search. But how can you determine...
Chooding A Neighborhood
Home Buying
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Posted on 01/09/2022
Why You Need Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay Much like fire detectors, carbon monoxide detectors are small pieces of equipment that could potentially save your life. These small detectors can easily be plugged into any outlet, and their excessively loud alarm is designed to alert you immediately to danger. Carbon monoxide detectors will sound the alarm if there are high levels...
Safety Tips
Carbon Monoxide
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