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Babyproofing: 5 things to do in every room.
Whether you are bringing home a baby or planning to care for one for a family member or friend, babyproofing your home is essential. When it comes to babyproofing tips and safety, you know the basics. You latch and lock the cabinets and drawers, making sure no...
Is life insurance worth it? Comparing common insurance coverages.
Consumers enroll in home, auto, medical, and other insurance policies because they value their investments and futures. These policies add layers of protection. They give peace of mind. They work behind the scenes so you’re not always thinking about, or worrying for,...
6 power outage safety tips.
On average, U.S. electricity customers experienced eight hours of power interruptions in 2020, the most since the U.S. Energy Information Administration began collecting data in 2013. And as storms continue to grow in frequency and severity, we want people to be as...
10 heat maintenance tips for your home and business.
When the cold air rolls in, do you know how to keep it out of your home or business throughout the winter? We’ve gathered heat maintenance tips you can implement starting today. From small adjustments like closing the drapes to long-term solutions like attic...
8 ways to limit cold weather exposures for outdoor workers.
As the temperatures drop, companies can’t drop everything and wait for spring to continue working. People rely on your business. Deadlines must be met. So, to help companies and team members stay safe throughout even the most frigid temperatures and severe conditions,...
How to drive on ice: 11 safety tips for drivers.
Do you change your driving habits when snow and ice come to town? If you don’t, here’s why you should. Snow and ice exponentially increase the chances of unexpectedly sliding, spinning out, or crashing. In fact, the American Highway Users Alliance reports over 116,800...
Space heater safety: 5 tips to help prevent house fires.
Every year, space heaters cause more than 25,000 residential fires, and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates they’re associated with more than 300 deaths and 6,000 trips to the emergency room. So while coziness is, of course, a concern, safety should...
4 tips to prevent damage from snow and ice dams.
When winter weather arrives, you’re used to shoveling, snow blowing, salting the sidewalks, and scraping windshields. But beyond those building and vehicle precautions, there is an additional winter threat to watch for. Ice dams can appear on a roof over time as snow...
