Home Safety (Page 2)

Do you know that according to U.S. Dept. of Justice, every 15 seconds, burglary is happening to many American homes? Now is the best time to make your place less appealing to thieves and burglars and here are 7 tips to do it: Read More: 6 ways to keep your home safeRead More →

There are steps you can take to avoid entering a work agreement with shady repairmen and contractors. “There is a difference between a scammer and substandard work,” explains Katherine Hutt, a spokesperson for the Better Business Bureau (BBB). “Scammers will take off with your money without ever completing the job, while substandard work is just that: substandard.” To avoid encountering either, heed these words of advice to avoid contractor fraud and being a home repair scam victim. Read More: Don’t Fall for These Home Repair Ripoffs | MONEYRead More →

We all aspire to move from our one-bed starter home to a larger house – the bigger the house, the more space you enjoy. But one downside to a larger home, is the security – with so much space for intruders to sneak around and so many ways for them to enter your home – how do you ensure they stay out? Source: Protect Your Property Before It’s Too Late: 6 Safety Tips For Large Homes | TG DailyRead More →

I hate to bring up falls, poisonings, and drownings, but they happen in homes everywhere. The good news? There are steps you can take now to make the roof over your head a much safer place for you and your family. Source: Home Safety Checklist: 12 Things Everyone Needs (but Many Don’t Have) | The StirRead More →

Let’s look at foul domestic odors, including a gas you can’t even sniff but which can kill you. Source: What to do about these dangerous smells in your homeRead More →

As the fall and winter seasons slowly come to an end, it is time to ring in spring by moving the clocks forward one hour. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office suggests using the start of the season to conduct the following residential safety tips: – Check the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. – Check your burglar alarm system sensors to make sure they are working properly. – See more at: http://www.lehighacrescitizen.com/page/content.detail/id/536828/Authorities-offer-home-safety-tips-with-turning-of-season.html?nav=5100#sthash.krgjvjYW.dpuf Read More: Authorities offer home safety tips with turning of season – lehighacrescitizen.com, news, sports, Florida info, Lehigh Acres CitizenRead More →

Editor’s note: This is the latest in a series of advice columns from Benevilla’s caregiver coach, Regina Thibideau. Source: How to make sure your home is safe – Your West Valley News: HealthRead More →