EmilyC, Author at ResidentShield

Eco-friendly cleaning tips to freshen up your home

Spring has arrived! It’s time to say goodbye to the cold weather and officially welcome the season of rebirth and re-energizing. And what better way to invite freshness into our homes than by...

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Vacation time! Avoid a break-in with these tips

Summer is almost here! Time to break away for a week or two of relaxation, maybe even longer if you are lucky. But who will keep an eye on your house, apartment and pets while you are away?...

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Preventing pest issues before the spring season

Spring is a time of rebirth, of re-energizing and re-organizing. Whether it’s your personal life or your home that needs a clean-up, now’s the time to take action. Our living environment has...

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Fires at home – why renters insurance is a must

According to the National Fire Protection Agency, every year there are more than 90,000 apartment fires in the U.S., causing over 1 billion in property damage. Sadly, these fires also cause...

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Child-proofing your apartment

If you’re getting ready to entertain friends or family members – and their small children – for the first time, it’s probably a good idea to take a look around your place at least a week...

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Time to review your home protection plan

When watching news of natural calamities hitting cities, homes and families, which unfortunately are rather frequent events these days, a lot of people think “Oh, I’m so sorry for them, it’s...

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In Case of Emergency – Is your contact info on file?

With Hurricane Sandy winding up to the hit the East Coast soon, it’s a good time to remind all of us about emergency preparedness. We designate the person to contact In Case of...

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How safe is your neighborhood?

Moving? You’ve probably got all sorts of things on your mind, from the type of apartment you want to have to what part of town you’d like to live in. One thing you should think about that...

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Why would you spend extra money on renters insurance?

I’ll never forget the day my college apartment was robbed. It started off just like any other regular school day around the end of the semester. I had several final exams to prepare for so I...

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Documents to copy and store securely – or virtually

When planning for the safety and security of your family, keeping your personal, social and financial data safe and secure should be one of your most important priorities. You want to protect...

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Gun safety in your home

The ability to own licensed firearms is one of America’s great freedoms, but even the rights-affirming gun owner will usually quickly admit that owning a gun comes with the heavy...

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How To Protect Your Valuables When Moving

Transferring places of residence can be a thrilling and rewarding experience. It often comes with a new job, a new beginning or a better flooring plan. Yet it can become quite hectic if...