Tag: Home Safety

Posted on 12/22/2024
Seniors: Quick safety tips to keep your home hazard-free
Seniors face increasing risks of injuries as they get older. When you have a senior member of your household, it's important to make sure your home is safe for them. If you're the senior in your home, try these safety measures: Eliminate fall hazards Falls are one of the top causes of serious injuries. Go through your home...
Senior Citizens
Accessibility
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Posted on 11/03/2024
Protect your home with the right alarm system
Homeowners often have many concerns, and security is...
Home Safety
Home Security
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Posted on 10/27/2024
Maintenance: Electrical Checklist Items to Keep Your Home Safe
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 06/16/2024
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 01/21/2024
Evacuation plans: Tips for emergency planning
If you don't have an emergency evacuation plan for your...
Emergency Supplies
Emergency Preparedness
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Posted on 09/10/2023
The Best Place in Your Home to Be During a Tornado
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...
Emergency Preparedness
Home Safety
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Posted on 07/02/2023
Protect your home with these security safety tips
Your home should be a space of peace and security. In...
Home Security Tips
Home Safety
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Posted on 12/18/2022
Tornado Safety at Home and Elsewhere
Preparing for a disaster at home is key to staying safe in the event of an emergency. However, every home is different, and the likelihood of you being away from home when a disaster occurs means you should prepare for as many possible situations as you can. For tornado safety, the guidelines can vary depending on where you...
Emergency Preparedness
Home Safety
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Posted on 10/16/2022
Funding options for home safety improvements
Making upgrades to your home can improve its safety, but these types of upgrades aren't always cheap. If you're avoiding these upgrades due to the cost, keep in mind funding options are available. These funding options can make some projects more affordable. Weatherization Assistance Program The Weatherization Assistance Program is available for households with incomes below a certain...
FHA Loans
Funding
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Posted on 02/21/2021
Protect Your Family With These Home Security Tips
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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