You may not think that a false alarm on your home security alarm system is a big deal but more and more home security alarm providers and local police departments are beginning to impose fines when home security alarm systems are tripped without cause on more than one occasion. It is estimated that as many as 95% of all alarms are false alarms. While this may sound reassuring to homeowners, it can be costly to home security alarm system providers and local police departments.
Whats the big push for Emergency Supply Kits?
The NOOA is saying that 2006 could be one of the worst hurricane seasons we have ever experienced. Worse than last year with 27 named storms, 15 hurricanes with 4 of those being a Category 5? Hurricanes Cindy, Dennis, Katrina, Ophelia, Rita & Wilma as well as Tropical Storms Arlene & Tammy touched the United States in 2005.
How You Should Prepare Your House For A Hurricane
Preparing your house for a hurricane is very important, and it does not need to be a difficult task when done properly. Most of the things that are important for protecting your home can be done in advance so you have everything you need when a storm comes your way.
The most important thing to have for any home is window protection. Windows are the weakness of any structure, but they do provide the light that is necessary for everyday living. Plywood is the easiest way to …
Listening Devices for the Telephone
If you are one of those people who need to use listening devices for your telephone, there are many different ones to choose from. It does not matter what the reason is, whether you are doing it for covert operations in police work, making sure that your employees are not running up lots of long distance charges on your business phone, keeping track of who is using your business phone for lots of personal phone calls, or just keeping a record of important information that is received over the telephone.
Preparing Your Home For A Vacation
You’ve bought your plane tickets, you’ve reserved your hotel room and you have packed your bags. You are ready to leave for your vacation right? Wrong. What about the security of your home.
Safe Drinking Water in an Emergency or Disaster
Nothing makes clearer the importance of water than a large disaster; clean, fresh water becomes more valuable than gold. Its easy to forget that without water, we just cant survive. 60 percent of our bodies are water, in fact for infants, water makes up about 80 percent of their body, so it is even more vital they have access to clean drinking water.
The Combination Lock
This informative article takes a closer look at the use and simplicity of a combination lock.
Tips On Avoiding Home Safety Risks
The door is open for you to focus on the maintenance of your home–not only the inside of your home but outside, too, making sure the house is safe and properly maintained. Doing this will help to prevent safety risks and costly repairs in the future.
What You Should Know About Portable Generator Safety
Portable electric generators provide a good source of power, but if improperly installed or operated, can become deadly.
Identify theft. What is it and how do you protect yourself from it?
Identity theft is one of the most serious risks to your financial well-being. Learn what Identity theft is, how to protect yourself and what to do if you are already a victim. If you want to protect your identity this is a must read.
Locking Doors Still Best Bet Against Burglaries
Not so long ago, people did not feel the need to lock their doors or windows. But times have changed, and so has the need to use locks for protection.
Preventing Fire Damage in the Kitchen
Many of the unintentional fires start in the kitchen as it is one of the most dangerous area around your house. This guide covers the basic safety rules that will assist you keeping your kitchen risks free.