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Porch Safety: Should You Leave the Lights On?
Friday, January 8, 2021
It seems like a no-brainer to leave the lights on outside your home to deter burglars while you’re away (or even while you’re asleep). But does that really work? Or is it just a waste of electricity — particularly this...
10 Things to do to Prepare Your Home for Fall
Friday, November 6, 2020
Fall is a wonderful time - if your home is ready for it. So enjoy the last few weeks of warmer weather, but do a little preventative maintenance while you’re at it. You’ll fix small problems before they become big, and...
Tips for Power Tool Safety
Friday, September 4, 2020
What would you do without power tools? Well, you’d probably take on fewer home-improvement projects — and probably have a lot more calluses on your hands. Thankfully, you don’t have to do without. But you do have to use...
Keep Your Pets Safe in a Disaster
Friday, May 1, 2020
A safe home, a regular routine, a soft bed – the things that bring you comfort bring your pet comfort, too. It’s so important to give some advance thought to how you’d handle your pet responsibilities during and after a...
5 Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips
Friday, February 7, 2020
Every year, unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning (not linked to fires) sends 20,000 people to the emergency room and causes more than 4,000 hospitalizations. And, you might consider them the fortunate ones. CO...
When Roadside Assistance Isn’t Enough
Monday, January 6, 2020
If you’ve ever been stuck on the side of the highway with an RV issue, you know what a life saver roadside assistance can be. Whether you need a battery charged, a tire changed, or a tow you’re often back on the road in...
Protect Your Home in Your Absence: Home Security Tips While Traveling
Wednesday, December 25, 2019
When you’re away from home on vacation or traveling for work, your home is more vulnerable. Not only might it be more attractive to thieves and vandals, it can be at risk from fire and water damage from a broken pipe....
Home Fire Safety Tips You Can Use Today
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Having homeowner insurance is one way you can protect your greatest asset, and it’s also vital, if you rent, to cover your belongings in the case of fire, theft, and other losses. Of course the best way to secure your...
What Car Drivers Need to Know about Motorcycles
Monday, October 7, 2019
Fall is here, and there are still plenty of motorcycles on the road. And the key word here is “see.” People driving cars and trucks often fail to notice the motorcyclists around them, partly because they’re not...
How to Ride Your Motorcycle Safely in a Group
Monday, September 23, 2019
Group riding is a favorite activity among many motorcycle riders. Whether you’re part of a riding club, a social event, a charity ride, or out for a leisurely cruise with friends, group riding can be a rewarding way to...