Be prepared for bad weather
The best way to weather a storm is to have a safety plan in place ahead of time.
Our homes are full of electrical appliances and devices. Take a few minutes to look around for potential safety hazards.
If you have a young child in your family, it’s important to keep those little hands away from dangerous electrical outlets, cords and appliances. These inexpensive and easy to install childproofing products will help your little ones stay safe.
The best way to weather a storm is to have a safety plan in place ahead of time.
If you have buried natural gas lines on your property, make sure you know how to locate and maintain them.
The wiring inside most older houses wasn’t designed to handle the electrical needs we have today.
Drying clothes takes a lot of energy. Keeping your dryer vent clean makes your appliance more energy efficient.
Portable heaters and generators are convenient, but use them with extreme caution.
Taking a few minutes to check power tools before and after using will keep them in good working order and will keep you safe.
GFCI outlets should be used by all water sources to prevent electric shock. Find out why.
Keep these safety guidelines in mind when using gas-consuming products such as stoves, clothes dryers, water heaters and furnaces.
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