safety tips

Many apartment complexes offer safety features like community gates, security cameras and deadbolt locks in order to reduce the risk of theft. But with so many people coming and going, apartments may become an easy target for a lurking criminal. Luckily, there are simple, inexpensive steps you can take to boost the security of your […]

For most parents, watching their child get a driver’s license and embark on a life on the road is nerve wracking. Between worrying about auto accidents and dealing with high insurance costs, the process can be quite stressful for some. However, a bit of knowledge can help you navigate your child’s newfound independence—without watching your […]

If you are a homeowner with a pool, you should be aware of the dangers of drowning. Although a pool provides fun entertainment in the hot summer months, the risk of drowning or near drowning needs to be taken seriously. Over 3,500 people die per year due to unintentional drowning. Of those, one fifth are children under the […]

Though home fires are more common during the winter, they continue to be one of the biggest risks for homeowners throughout the rest of the year as well. Approximately 400,000 house fires are reported each year, most of which could’ve been prevented. How? Let’s look at three of the most common examples. Candles: Many people […]

It can be very expensive to heat a home with built-in utilities and people often turn to alternate sources of heat during the cold winter months. Because of this, the number of home fires increases from December through February, mainly due to portable space heaters. Try the following safety tips for using heating devices this […]