Millions of people everyday rely on fire extinguishers to put out minor fires which start in the home. Fire extinguishers contain a powder which is known to instantly put out a fire and prevent it from spreading any further. In 2004, fire extinguishers saved over 25 lives in the United States and prevented over 1,500 […]
Is your home going to be empty for several days while you go on vacation? That’s when your home or apartment is most vulnerable to break-ins. Here are several specific things you can do to ensure your home stays safe even when you are away. * The best defense for your home is to have […]
In part 3 of this occasional series on home security we are going to look at the main points of entry to your home the doors. It makes no sense to have flimsy weak doors on your house, what you really need is something that a House Breaker will bounce off when they try to […]
Someone Spying? So are the Teddy Bear and the Potted Plant See the cuddly teddy bear over on the shelf? Well, it sees you too. “Right here in the camera, behind the left eye.” said Marvin Badler, the owner of The Spy Mart a Monmouth County company dedicated to the proposition that what you don’t […]
A good surveillance camera is essential to provide optimum safety and security to your family. The increasing crime rates make a good security camera an essential part of any home security system. The best cameras are those with a huge range of camera features, help and support options. They offer excellent recording and viewing options […]
The two small words electromagnetic fields or EMF (or one small acronym depending on your direction of thought) describe something that is part of the root cause of many terrible things that are currently plaguing man at this point in time. The new and improved methods of protection from this terrible force that are constantly […]
Having a stuck garage door can be so infuriating; it almost makes you feel like driving through it. Several people find themselves in this situation, especially during winter. Instead of getting frustrated, use your skills and do some troubleshooting techniques to resolve the issue. First, take a few minutes to examine the door to see […]
Once installed, a garage door is pretty simple and straightforward. Typically, it does a wonderful job of opening and closing with no problems at all. However, when it starts acting up that usually means it’s time to do a bit of repair and maintenance. Fortunately, garage door repair is easier than it seems, so when […]
At the dinner table, I leaned over and whispered urgently to Kate, our host, “Smells like something burning.” A bit startled, she got up and went into the kitchen to check. At her sudden departure, the conversation around the table fell silent. As we waited, she returned and announced, “Everything seems to be all right.” […]
Introduction Part 1 of this article on preparing for weather emergencies discussed forming an emergency plan to reduce the stress and worry of facing a full blown weather crisis. The focus was on safeguarding your family by planning well in advance of any threat. This, the second half of the article, looks at two things. […]