Child safety in and around the house is a must. Remember to tackle the garage in addition to the rest of your home.
Because parents spend so much time in the kitchen, small children will want to be there with them. To keep your little one safe, take the following steps.
Take these steps to make your bathroom a child-friendly environment.
Safety needs to be a priority in homes with children. Follow these steps to prevent a tumble down the stairs.
Childproofing the living room is important, especially for your tyke, but also for your breakable valuables.
Having your home burglarized is a wrenching experience. Take these precautions to help prevent a burglary.
You don't want anyone to think no one's at your place while you're on an extended trip. Here are guidelines that follow the recommendations of the National Crime Prevention Council, the FBI and...
Alarm systems for the home can be complicated and expensive, so it's crucial to determine your security needs before you begin consulting with alarm companies.
When you want to secure your home with a little bit more than door and window locks, you might want to consider an electronic security system. Most systems are sold and installed by specialty...
Monitoring companies use special phone lines, computers and trained staff to watch over a home security system and call the appropriate authorities if the alarm goes off. There is a monthly fee...
Home security sensors include motion sensors, glass-breaking detectors, door and window switches, carbon monoxide detectors, and smoke and heat detectors. You don't need to use every sensor to...
There are two types of sensors designed to detect motion in a room of a home - a passive infrared sensor (PIR) and a dual-technology sensor, which includes passive infrared and microwave. Budget...
Other than the door, burglars most commonly gain entry into a home through a window. So any home security system should include some kind of protection for the windows. One common component is the...
There is a variety of fire/smoke/heat detectors available that can give you and your family time to escape a fire.
There is a variety of carbon monoxide detectors on the market. One inexpensive variety can be found at such stores as Sears and Wal-Mart and at hardware stores. There are also detectors that...
To supplement your home security system, you may want to consider including a closed-circuit television system (CCTV). Such a system includes a surveillance camera or cameras, lenses specially...
Tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and plumbing emergencies are all times you'll want to turn off the water to your home. Know ahead of time where your shutoff valve is - just in case!
A home disaster or burglary can take your valuables in an instant. Take the time to store your valuables properly so that you can enjoy them for years to come.
One way to protect several windows in one room is to use a glass-breaking sensor. Also called an audio discriminator, this device is designed to detect the sound of breaking glass.
Don't get left in the dark if a power outage strikes your neighborhood. Take steps now to prepare your home.
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Protect your family with eHow’s home safety tips, and sleep easier at night. Keep loved ones secure with advice on buying and installing a home alarm system, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide sensors. Learn to burglar-proof a house and install a safe, too. Is tornado or hurricane season on the way? Get tips on preparing your house for high winds. eHow even has suggestions for planning an escape route in case of any home emergency.
