Laundry safety is important. We would like to remind you to clean the clothes dryer filter screen after each load of laundry, to clean the outside exhaust vents twice a year and to occasionally vacuum the motor area of the dryer. The lack of maintenance causes twenty-nine percent of dryer fires annually. Thirty-two percent of…
Fireplace safety is important.Fireplaces evoke images of cozy warmth, a pretty flame – and, perhaps, even a little romance. But, fireplaces and chimneys can be dangerous if you do not maintain them. Many people believe they only need to have their chimneys cleaned and inspected if they burn wood in their fireplace. But the truth…
Burglar awareness tips are important. Career criminals are rational, decision-making businesspeople. Even the novice criminal goes through a rational thought process when choosing a property to burglarize. Most burglars are aware exactly where the cash and valuables are at. According to studies of residential burglaries conducted by Temple University in Philadelphia, PA, most burglars plan…
Test your system. One of the most important and critical concerns about your home security system should be: “Is it really working?” Periodic and regularly scheduled testing of your system helps guarantee security and peace of mind for you and your family. It’s a relatively simple procedure that should actually be done once a month…
Secure your identity. We’ve all hear and read the horror stories about fraud that occurs on unsuspecting individuals using a name, address, Social Security number, credit cards, etc. Well, knowing what to do when someone steals your purse or wallet is one thing. Being ready for such action is something else. Here’s what the experts…
Criminals make the dumbest mistakes. Never take criminals lightly, but sometimes they make such silly mistakes that you can’t help but laugh. Read these three criminal “oops!” moments to brighten your day. Reported in Louisiana: A man walked into a convenience store, put a $20 bill on the counter and asked the clerk for change….
Control Your Alarm Alert Protective Services offers a wide variety of products for controlling your security system with your smartphone, tablet or computer. With remote arming and disarming, you can access your security system from anywhere in the world. Arm your home’s security system from the office after the kids have left for school. Or…
Check your bank checks. Few of us give much thought to the information we make public every time we write a personal check. In this day and age of rampant identity theft, there are some things you should consider checking. Especially when it comes to your personal banking checks, such as: The next time you…
Home invasions are perhaps the most terrifying threat to one’s personal security and safety. Your home is the last place you would ever expect to experience intrusion. However, stats show that between 10 to 15 percent of all home break-ins occur when there’s one person at home. The good news is that those percentages are…
Home alone safety tips can benefit you. Whether you’re a parent or grandparent, odds are that there are children home alone somewhere in your family circle. The demands of today’s two-income, two-career family structure has significantly increased. The number of children who are old enough to accept the responsibility are at home for some time….
One way to live a long, healthy life and to help your loved ones do the same is to prevent accidents and injuries in the home. Some of the most common and dangerous accidents that can happen involve the “Big 4” of home safety. Here are ways to protect yourself and your family. 1. FireĀ …
Promoting internet safety is important. One technique for helping young children and teens to understand the ground rules of being online is to create an “Internet User Contract.” Here are some of the topics that child safety experts suggest you include regarding Internet usage: Never give out personal information such as an address, phone number,…