Tag: Home Safety

Posted on 11/25/2024
Flooding: Tip and Tricks to Reduce and Prevent Flood Damage
Flooding can cause significant damage to your home and even make it uninhabitable in worst-case scenarios. Floods can lead to mold growth, wood rot and other types of water damage that can be costly to repair. Taking steps to prevent floods from occurring can protect your home from this kind of damage. Use these flood prevention tips to...
Emergency Preparedness
Flood Damage
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Posted on 10/21/2024
How to increase your home's safety for younger kids
From electrical hazards to furniture hazards, your home has several potentially harmful areas for members of your household of all ages. From the kids of the house accidentally taking a fall to a friend tripping over a cord, the following tips are simple ways to keep your home as safe and worry-free as possible, especially if there's a...
Child Safety
Childproofing
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Posted on 05/01/2023
Setting up a home fire escape plan
House fires can happen at any time, no matter how careful you are with fire prevention. Having a home fire escape plan offers peace of mind and a way to make sure your household can get out of your home safely. Knowing how to create one of these plans should be part of your fire safety and prevention...
Emergency Planning
Emergency Preparedness
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Posted on 03/28/2022
Types of funding available for home safety improvements
Making upgrades to your home can improve its safety, but these types of upgrades aren't always cheap. If you're avoiding these upgrades due to the cost, keep in mind funding options are available. These funding options can make some projects more affordable. Weatherization Assistance Program The Weatherization Assistance Program is available for households with incomes below a certain...
FHA Loans
Funding
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