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Preparing Pets for Emergencies

Pets are family, too. Don’t forget to include them when making your family’s emergency and disaster response plans. By being prepared ahead of time, you can feel more confident in keeping your family safe should a catastrophe strike. Assign roles. Make sure everyone in your household knows their roles and responsibilities during a emergency. Communicate…

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Fireplace Safety

Few things are cozier than enjoying the ambiance of a fireplace in the winter. But as relaxing as a warm fire can be, fireplaces can be extremely dangerous if not used properly. Chimneys and fireplaces pose a risk of home fires and carbon monoxide exposure. By keeping up with fireplace safety and chimney maintenance, you…

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Preventing Vehicle Theft

According to an initial study by the National Insurance Crime Bureau, there were there were 873,080 auto thefts in the U.S. in 2020 —a 9.2% increase from 2019. Auto theft can occur no matter where you live. A vehicle is a large investment. Here are 9 things you can do to protect your investment from…

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Managing Swimming Pool Liabilities

Having a backyard swimming pool can be great on those hot summer days. Being able to step outside and hop in the pool certainly has its benefits. However, swimming pools also come with various liabilities as a home or property owner. As the owner, you are liable for the safety and wellbeing of all swimmers…

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