Most homeowners don’t give a thought to how their chimney and fireplace actually work. You know that lighting a fire can keep your home warm and your energy costs down, but understanding how the units work and how to keep them regularly maintained is a great way to...
How to Remove Smoke Odors From Your Home After a Fire
A house fire is one of the most traumatic events anyone can go through. Once the professionals have cleared you to return to your home, you finally have a chance to see what was destroyed during the fire, and this can cause reality to set in even further - and make it...
A Guide to When You Should Replace Common Household Appliances
When you purchase a home or manage a property of apartments or condos, it is important to monitor appliances closely and keep track of the age of each machine - especially the ones that you and tenants use on a daily basis. Keeping a log of when appliances are...
Is Your Nursing Home’s Fire Safety Plan Sufficient?
Nursing home residents are at the most vulnerable during a fire emergency. Most are unable to protect themselves, which is why having an emergency response plan in place is critical as a facility manager or owner. Proper equipment can mean the difference between major...
How to Get Your Home Ready For Summer Vacation
It’s summertime, which means it’s time to break out the sunscreen and get ready for lazy days and warm nights. Summer also allows us to escape to the beaches or other places for long vacations away from home. However, a vacant home can spell trouble in a few ways -...
10 Ways to Protect a Commercial Building Between Tenants
In the world of real estate, there are times when a building is vacant between tenants. As a property owner, it is in your best interest to protect your vacant commercial property as it waits for new renters to arrive. Insurance risks and liabilities associated with a...