How to Operate and Use a Fire Extinguisher

How to Operate and Use a Fire Extinguisher

We should all have at least one fire extinguisher somewhere in our home, but it’s not enough to simply keep one under the kitchen sink. If there is a fire, your safety—and the safety of your home—depends on knowing how to properly use that fire extinguisher. As your...
Summer Fire Safety Tips

Summer Fire Safety Tips

According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are an average of 385,500 residential fires every year. While taking out a homeowners insurance policy with fire insurance coverage will help protect you from the costs incurred from a house fire, following...
Watering Your Christmas Tree Prevents Home Fires

Watering Your Christmas Tree Prevents Home Fires

While some will opt for the convenience of a pre-lit faux tree this Christmas, others will revel in the delight of a fresh pine, fir, or spruce. Amid all the holiday cheer, however, it’s important to understand the fire risk posed by these festive evergreens and the...