Choosing a Smoke Detector and Carbon Monoxide Detector For Your Home
The lifespan of a smoke detectors or carbon monoxide alarms will differ based on several factors, including type, model and where they are installed. Check your owner's manual for specific information...
View ArticleThe Importance of Electrical Outlet Maintenance
One of the primary causes of electrical fires and electrocutions in the home are faulty outlets. Outlets can present a danger for a number of reasons, including: Old, Ungrounded Outlets. In older homes...
View ArticleTry this Tip To Reduce Drafts in Your Home
When tracking down air drafts in the home we often focus on the most obvious sources of air leaks, mainly windows and doors. However, there's another place air could be creeping in – through electrical...
View ArticleStrike Out Fires This Holiday Season
The winter holiday season is supposed to be a relaxing time spent with close friends and family members, eating, laughing and sharing love. But that can easily change if something inside your home...
View ArticleOutdoor Holiday Decoration Safety
Is there anything better than taking a walk down the block with your family, a hot cocoa in hand, gazing at all of the festive holiday decorations? If you ask us, the answer is no. Well, there may be...
View ArticleFire Safety Tips, Holiday Edition
Did you know that U.S. fire departments responded to an annual average of 860 home fires that began with holiday decorations from 2009-2013? That’s the last thing you need when you’re preparing your...
View ArticleThe ABC's of Electric – Transfer Switch
Backup generators are become more popular in the Chicagoland area as homeowners look to keep the power running during prolonged outages. If you are considering installing a whole house standby...
View ArticleStaying Safe At Home During a Lightning Storm
With the spring thunderstorm season right around the corner in the Chicagoland area, lightning activity will be increasing. While the safest place to be during a lightning storm is always indoors,...
View ArticleCheck Your Smoke Alarms When You Set Your Clocks Ahead This Weekend
Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 9 at 2 a.m., and when you set our clocks ahead, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) also recommends testing your smoke alarms.Roughly two-thirds of...
View ArticleHome Fire Safety Checklist
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) provides education and resources for homeowners to keep their home safe from electrical and fire damage. As part of this program they offer a...
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