Fire separation is one of the most critical safety features in any home. According to national statistics, approximately 6,600 garage fires start each year, resulting in 30 deaths and 400 injuries. Because garages frequently house vehicles, fuel, and combustible chemicals, these fires tend to spread faster and cause more damage than any area except the
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With 128,800 preventable deaths and 36 million injuries in 2022*, homes can be dangerous. Maintenance and updates can keep your loved ones safe. Assessing the condition of your house and property every year and making repairs can prevent emergency situations. Electrical Updating with GFCI receptacles everywhere in the kitchen, bathrooms, laundry rooms, exterior, and garage
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As you prepare for all the winter festivities, the inviting atmosphere of a fireplace can make these events more special. However, there are 5 signs of trouble you should look for before lighting your fireplace. 1. Firebox Cracks. The firebox is the area where all the magic happens in a fireplace. It is the area
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Fires related to heating equipment are the leading cause of house fires in the United States of America. 19% of deaths in homes are caused by heating equipment. Deaths related to heating are from fires, gas leaks, unsafe fireplaces, old and/or non-working smoke & carbon monoxide alarms, and improperly placed space heaters. Our best bet
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While most of us love the inviting atmosphere of a fireplace, lighting it could put you and your loved ones in danger. There are 3 things you should do first. 1. Seal Firebox Cracks. The firebox is the area where all the magic happens in a fireplace. It is the area with the most intense
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One of the most common defects we see is the lack of bonding gas equipment to the house grounding system. Bonding simply means that a bond wire is attached to the gas pipes near the equipment and to the house grounding system. Lack of bonding exposes your house to a fire hazard. What is it?
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Did you know that dirty exhaust fans and clothes dryer vents cause death and destruction every year? Yearly to bi-annual cleaning can prevent this devastation and loss of life. Lint build-up is often the culprit in both scenarios. It is composed primarily of towel and toilet paper fluff in bathrooms. This easy-to-ignite fuel source spreads
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While most of us love the inviting atmosphere of a fireplace, there are 5 signs of trouble you should look for before lighting your fireplace this winter: 1. Firebox Cracks. The firebox is the area where all the magic happens in a fireplace. It is the area with the most intense heat. Firebox inserts must
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