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 death, injury, damage to adjoining units, displacement of residents,…
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Party Safety 101
Super Bowl Sunday is just about here and whether you are rooting for the Niners or Ravens, we can all agree that safety comes first when throwing festivities. Hosting a party in your rental is a great way to socialize.…
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 before they arrive for…
5 Tips for a healthy home this winter
You can’t avoid the challenges cold weather brings but you can fight them by being well prepared. Everyone at work has come down with the cold or flu. The first frost set in sooner than it did last year. Everywhere…
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 awful, but that couldn’t happen to me.” Well that’s…
Holiday safety tips for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Keep spirits merry and bright with safety tips for the winter holidays. Christmas lights Opt for strands of lights with fused plugs that can prevent sparks in the event of a short circuit. Ensure that you are using outdoor appropriate…
Pet Fire Safety
The temperatures are dropping, frost covers the trees in some areas of the country giving that beautiful, sugary look. Families have started lighting up the fireplaces, turning on heathers, and making the homes pretty for the holidays. Like anything fun,…
Turkey Fryer Safety this Thanksgiving
Turkey Day is almost here! Serve up a delicious deep-fried turkey to your family for a step outside of the ordinary. Baked turkey is for the birds. Fried turkey provides a modern twist on a timeless Thanksgiving classic. But before…
Easy checklist to prepare your rental for fall
As summer draws to a close, renters can take a few simple steps to prepare their homes for fall and keep emergencies at bay. Transition to cooler weather months with ease thanks to a few simple preparation tips. This checklist…
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 Emergency – ICE – at the doctor’s…