The need to change the batteries in your smoke detectors has been a hot topic lately due to the television show “This is Us.” On the show, the family home catches on fire late at night. Because they forgot to buy batteries, they were not alerted by the smoke detector. The family, including the dog,…

New parents face one of the most difficult decisions they must make for their young children when determining what to do about childcare. When looking for a daycare facility, there are many important factors to look in to. These include teacher/student ratios, accreditation and parent feedback. One other consideration is the security in place at…

As temperatures drop across the country, it is important to be aware of winter fire risks and how to stay safe. Post-Holiday Hazards The holidays are over but that Christmas tree is still standing in the window, waiting to be taken down. As other priorities arise, this may get shifted to the back burner. However,…

There’s no faster way to ruin the holidays than by accidentally sparking a house fire. From deep fryers to tree lights and faulty smoke detectors, these are just a few of the many holiday season fire hazards that homeowners should address. Test Your Smoke Detectors When was the last time that you tested the smoke…