How to Handle a Power Outage in Cold Weather

How to Handle a Power Outage in Cold Weather

Severe winter weather can cause power outages and loss of heat. Here are some tips on how to help handle an outage during the winter. Before the storm • Set your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest settings. • Check flashlights and portable radios. • Be sure to...
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...
Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane Preparedness

Planning for a hurricane is one of the most important precautionary measures you can take before one occurs. We live in a state prone to hurricanes, and it’s critical for you to have a clear understanding of what hurricane preparedness is. We want to help you...
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...
Smart Homes

Smart Homes

Smart technology and devices continue to revolutionize how we live. Most people want to stay up to date on the latest trends and technologies. It is estimated that there will be over 73 million smart homes by 2021. So if you want to be one of these trend setters, you...