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Water: Waste Not, Want Not

As much as the majority of us would like to lower water consumption around the home, we seldom do anything about it. So the next time you are about to fork out money for your water bill, think about this. Consider that the average house uses 130,000 gallons of water… Read more »

Chimney Cleaning Essentials

Chimney Cleaning Essentials

Is there a chimney in your house? If so, it’s important to have it cleaned often to remove buildup and prevent fires. But like any other task around the home, it’s important for you to do it the right way. Included below are two convenient tips to help make cleaning… Read more »

Making Your House Less Attractive to Home Invaders

Making Your House Less Attractive to Home Invaders

Did you know that most home burglars plan their home invasions before they happen? Robbers look for susceptible targets where they can enter, find and take any valuables, and exit as quickly as possible. There is no method that will provide complete prevention of a home invasion. But there are… Read more »

Top 3 Safety Tips in Storing Propane Tanks

Top 3 Safety Tips in Storing Propane Tanks

Did you know propane is a resource made in America? Propane is popular for being a clean natural energy resource, and typically comes in a gas or liquid form. Propane is simple to use and inexpensive to heat and cool properties, heat water, heat appliances, cook food on the grill,… Read more »

Fire Extinguisher Safety from Paul Davis

Fire Extinguisher Safety from Paul Davis

Did you know that 372,900 fires occur in homes every single year? These fires cause 2,530 deaths, 13,125 injuries and $7 billion in property damage annually, according to the US Fire Administration. Shockingly, fire extinguishers were present in just four percent of these fires. If a fire occurred in your… Read more »

What Everyone Should Know About Wildfires!

Every year in the United States there are over 100,000 wildfires that damage approximately 5 million acres of land. In the first nine months of 2015, over 8 million acres have already burned. This is 200% higher compared to the same months in 2014. *iii.org. As of September this year,… Read more »

Did You Know September is National Preparedness Month?

Did You Know September is National Preparedness Month?

This year’s National Preparedness Month theme from FEMA and Ready.gov is “Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today.” Disasters such as storms, flooding, hurricanes, and fires occur year-round throughout North America, which is why it is so important to be ready. Creating a plan and practicing it with your… Read more »

Back to School Safety Precautions from Paul Davis

Back to School Safety Precautions from Paul Davis

This month is the time to make any last-minute preparations before your kids head back to school. Whether you’re buying glue and scissors for a little one, prepping your teen for high school, or improving your own education, remember these safety tips to this month run as smoothly as possible.… Read more »

Damage of Wildfires with Safety Tips from Paul Davis

Damage of Wildfires with Safety Tips from Paul Davis

As of July 30 of this year, at least 14 wildfires were scattered throughout California. In 2015 alone, fire conditions have been the worst on record along the West Coast, but wildfires have the potential to affect most areas of the U.S. and Canada. Within just over 10 states, $237… Read more »

Threat of Wildfires with Safety Suggestions from Paul Davis

Threat of Wildfires with Safety Suggestions from Paul Davis

As of July 30 of this year, at least 14 wildfires were scattered throughout California. In 2015 alone, fire conditions have been the worst on record along the West Coast, but wildfires have the potential to affect most areas of the U.S. and Canada. Within just over 10 states, $237… Read more »