Saturday, September 10, 2022
As a business owner and employer, it is your moral and legal obligation to keep your employees safe and healthy at all times. Despite your intentional efforts to keep their work environment as safe as possible, workplace accidents and injuries do happen.
While some accidents are beyond your control, there...
Friday, September 9, 2022
Do you have a teenager in your household who is learning to drive or a newly licensed driver? Follow these driving safety tips for teens to help keep them safe on the road, especially when you’re not there to supervise their behind-the-wheel behavior.
Enroll Your Teen in a Safe Driving...
Wednesday, August 10, 2022
Electric vehicles are increasing in popularity lately. Have you considered getting one? Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of electric cars, so you can decide if owning one is right for you.
Great for the planet
There’s no doubt — electric vehicles are better for the environment. They...
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Two thirds of households in America have air conditioners, according to the U.S. Department of Energy — and they spend a total of $11 billion each year running them.
Our guess is that most of those households (which may include yours) wouldn’t mind spending a little less to keep their...
Sunday, July 10, 2022
With water becoming more scarce in many states lately, you may be required to conserve water at your home. And even if you have plenty of water supply, using less water can help you save money. Here’s how.
Start with Your Landscaping
Begin with the exterior of your home. As...
Saturday, July 9, 2022
If you own a boat (or better yet, as the joke goes, you know someone with a boat), you’ve probably thought about spending some evenings on the water — especially in the summertime.
It’s a great thought, of course. But, when you’re boating after dark, you need to think about...
Friday, June 10, 2022
Whether you own a pool or have one in your neighborhood, understanding pool safety is a must when kids and pets are around. Use these pool safety tips to avoid accidents and lawsuits, both of which can have devastating consequences.
Install Secure Fencing Around the Pool Area
It is required...
Thursday, June 9, 2022
For many of our neighbors, summer means more than sunshine and vacations. It also means working in the yard – often with tools that can be dangerous if not used properly.
Each year about 400,000 people are treated for injuries from lawn and garden tools, according to the U.S. Consumer...
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
If you live in an area with frequent rainstorms — a growing issue across much of the country — you may struggle to keep rainwater away from your home. Excessive water can crack and shift foundations, ruin siding, and even cause interior harm. Follow these tips to make sure your...
Monday, May 9, 2022
What would you do without power tools? Well, you’d probably take on fewer home-improvement projects — and probably have a lot more calluses on your hands.
Thankfully, you don’t have to do without. But you do have to use tools safely, if you want to do good work and keep...