Safety / Security
Home Security Tips for While You are Away on Vacation
by Guest Post on Dec 11, 2012
Constantly worrying about the security of your home while you are away is one of the surest ways to ruin your vacation. However, there are some simple steps that you can take to both relieve your anxiety and to reduce the chances of someone breaking into your home while you are on vacation. Continue reading →
DIY Home Security Systems: The Basics You Need to Know
by Guest on Jan 18, 2013
There are countless home security systems on the market today, which means choosing the right security system for your home can be a challenging task. This article will discuss different types of security systems and how they work to help you make an informed decision. It is best to choose a security system that you think can safeguard your family and property effectively. Continue reading →
Home Security - Get a Dog, or Pretend You Have One
by Guest Post on Feb 19, 2013
Dogs are not only mans best friend, but they are also a sure fire way to protect your home from potential burglars. In a recent study regarding home security, 44% of burglars that were surveyed stated that they would not continue breaking into a home if they heard a barking dog. Continue reading →
Fingerprint Door Locks Offer Convenience, Extra Security
by Guest Post on Feb 20, 2013
Home and office security are extremely important in todays world, and many homes and business owners are looking for foolproof ways to keep their property safe from burglaries and invasions. The technology of today has made it a lot easier for home and business owners to secure their properties, with everything from sensory lights to high tech burglar alarm systems. Continue reading →
3 Secured Locking Systems and How They Help
by Guest on Mar 28, 2013
Home security and improvement have been a thing of priority among human beings for over years. Needless to say that our home is one of the most reassured assets that we possess. Not only can it be measured in physical value but also something more than that. It protects our loved ones and shelters us against all odds. Continue reading →
Gun Safe - Securing Your Property and Family
by Guest Post on Apr 7, 2013
Due to different reasons, taking the steps to secure your property and family will need the right device like a gun that is available in your home in case of an emergency. However, it is very important that you are going to keep it legally in order to avoid future problems. Continue reading →
Securing Your Home Following a Break-In
by Guest on Apr 29, 2013
You may wonder what could be worse than someone breaking into your home. It is common to feel violated when an intruder has breached your sanctuary, it is also common to feel unsafe. Now imagine that following the break-in a second burglar saw an opportunity to gain access to your home via whatever weakness was created the first time. Continue reading →
Five Cheap Ways to Make Your House Break-In Proof
by Guest on Jul 18, 2013
While burglary isn't what it used to be, it's not completely gone either. Rates in Ireland have fallen dramatically, but there are still about 100,000 crimes committed every year. A good chunk of them are break-ins. Fortunately, it doesn't take much to protect yourself. Since there are still many easy targets out there, all you have to do is make your home less attractive than your neighbors. Continue reading →
Preparing Your Home for Storms and Other Disasters
by Guest on Nov 9, 2013
The nuclear age brought about a mentality that very realistically thought of the eventuality of a nuclear apocalypse with the world’s superpower faced with the threat of imminent attack from each other. Continue reading →
Making Sure Your Home is Free of Asbestos
by Guest on Jan 11, 2014
In the past, asbestos was a popular material used for insulation in homes across America. It was effective, affordable, and easy to manufacture. However, it was eventually determined that asbestos is actually extremely dangerous when fibers are inhaled and trapped in the lungs, causing serious forms of cancer. Continue reading →
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