Learn the importance of electric and natural gas safety, and options for home security.

Portable generators & space heaters

portable generator

Portable heaters and generators are convenient, but use them with extreme caution.

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Electrical safety and childproofing

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Make sure your electrical appliances, tools and outlets are safe, and be careful around electrical equipment outdoors.

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Gas appliance safety

Gas appliance connector cord

Keep these safety guidelines in mind when using gas-consuming products such as stoves, clothes dryers, water heaters and furnaces.

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Wiring and grounding in older homes

Wires running through the walls of an older home

The wiring inside most older houses wasn’t designed to handle the electrical needs we have today.

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Home security systems

Lit up house at night

Many homeowners are investing in home security systems to deter criminals, provide home protection and deliver peace of mind.

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Garage door app

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A garage door app will alert you when the door is open and allow you to open and close the door from your smart phone.

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Flood safety

Safety cones in flooded street

Walking through a wet or flooded basement can be dangerous. To be safe, you should always assume that basement flood water is energized.

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Staying safe around buried gas pipelines

gas line marker flag

If you have buried natural gas lines on your property, make sure you know how to locate and maintain them.

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Be prepared for bad weather

Flashlight

The best way to weather a storm is to have a safety plan in place ahead of time.

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Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI)

GFCI outlet

GFCI outlets should be used by all water sources to prevent electric shock. Find out why.

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Natural gas leaks

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Although leaks from natural gas lines are rare, it’s important to know the warning signs.

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Take care with power tools

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Taking a few minutes to check power tools before and after using will keep them in good working order and will keep you safe.

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Radon gas

Radon pipe in rock

Find out how to test for radon in your home and what to do if you have it.

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Carbon monoxide - the invisible enemy

carbon monoxide detector

Find out what causes deadly carbon monoxide poisoning - and how to prevent and detect it.

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Aging in place

Adjustable height kitchen sink

Using universal design principals, your home can adapt to your changing lifestyle needs.

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