If a fire were to break out in your home today, would all the members of your family know what to do and where to go? Far too often, families don’t take the time to put a home fire drill into place, so they aren’t able to practice what they would do if a fire… Read more »
Fire Alarm & Protection Blogs
How to Avoid Fires in the Winter
When the temperature goes down in the wintertime, the chances of a fire breaking out in your home go up. According to the National Fire Protection Association, you are more likely to have a fire in your home in the winter than at any other time of the year. There are a number of reasons… Read more »
How to Prevent Fires During Winter Holidays
The holiday season is one of the most magical times of the entire year. But unfortunately, it’s also a time when more fires than usual tend to happen inside of homes all across the country. Christmas trees, Christmas lights, and other Christmas and holiday decorations can present serious problems for homeowners and can all start… Read more »
Reasons Other Than a Fire That Could Set Your Smoke Detector Off
If one of the fire alarms in your home goes off, you should always take it seriously and assume there could be a fire taking place. It’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to fires. However, you should also be mindful of the fact there are many things that can cause your… Read more »
How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Home
Carbon monoxide can prove to be a big problem for you and your family if it is ever able to make its way into your home. It can cause serious illnesses and even death if it goes undetected. It’s why you should have carbon monoxide detectors located throughout your home. Carbon monoxide does not have… Read more »
The Sounds of Your Fire Alarm System
Is one of the fire alarms in your home or business making a strange sound? If so, you should not ignore it under any circumstances. It may mean that it’s time to change your battery before it dies. It also may mean that you have something malfunctioning with your alarm. Either way, the sound is… Read more »
Fire Prevention Week Is Right Around the Corner
A fire can happen in a home, business, or other location any time. So it’s imperative for everyone to be on the lookout for fires and, more importantly, for them to know how to react when one starts. It’s why the National Fire Protection Association holds Fire Prevention Week once every single year. The purpose… Read more »
Prevent an Electrical Fire With These Safety Tips
When is the last time you had the electrical wiring in your home or business inspected? Far too many people neglect to have electrical inspections done, and as a result, the wiring in their homes and businesses isn’t as safe as it could and should be. This can put homes and businesses at an increased… Read more »
Things to Keep in Mind When Planning a Fire Drill
School is now officially back in session all across the country, and you know what that means, right? Outside of teaching students about math, spelling, social studies, and more, schools are also going to be implementing fire safety plans to prevent problems in the event of a fire inside of a school. They are going… Read more »
Do Smoke Alarms Expire?
Do you have smoke alarms installed in various parts of your home? If so, you might think that your smoke alarms will protect you and your family in the event of a fire. As long as you check your batteries on a regular basis, you are probably under the assumption that your smoke alarms will… Read more »