While April showers do bring May flowers, those same showers can result in flood damages to your home. Water from spring thaws and precipitation can severely impact not only the structure of your home, but the physical and emotional well-being of your family. Unfortunately, many areas of the Ottawa-Gatineau region experienced record water levels in …
A new year is always a time for celebration, however it also offers an opportunity to improve on things from the past year; by analyzing what worked well and what needed improvement, you can best optimize your life. In terms of home security, if you haven’t yet taken advantage of the great benefits which advanced …
There’s nothing more important than being able to provide the safest environment for your family as possible. When used effectively and in the right way, alarms and cameras are a great way to enhance when you are able to see and better protect what you can’t. The idea of a ‘Nanny cam’ is something which …
We’re quickly approaching the end of November, which means that the holiday season is almost upon us (where does the time go?). Regardless of how you celebrate, ensuring that your home is as safe as possible is crucial..especially if you plan to entertain. Here are some important considerations to make to keep your home secure: …
We’ve long been a company that values the benefit of technology to help optimize the safety of our clients. Embracing technology can sometimes be difficult (especially for those in older demographics) but has proven to be effective at keeping homes safer, and will only improve over time. “New research by Parks Associates reveals that 42 …
October is known for a few things (such as Thanksgiving and Halloween), but it’s also known for fire prevention. Keeping your loved ones safe is important, especially when it comes to the one of the most trafficked and congregated places within the home…the kitchen. Here are some important considerations to make when in the kitchen …
There are many things we can teach our children and family members at a young age about safety while at home and out of the house. It is important to not only tell them how to be safe, but to also show them how to be safe, and to practice safety measures with your kids …
The world has suffered many natural disasters as of late which has victimized many and caused worry and pain for others. As tough as the times may be, there are two wonderful things that are birthed during these moments: a sense of togetherness and awareness. It’s great when people can come together that don’t know …
Now that autumn is in full swing and temperatures have started to dip it’s important to shift your mindset more toward additional comfort and safety. When it comes to the home, establishing and maintaining a home safety checklist is ideal. The following are some elements that should be a part of your home’s safety …
As much as we’d like to see everything that is happening at all times (and from all angles) it can be difficult. Varying distractions which can take our attention elsewhere are a factor, but our eyes are meant to look ahead. This means that when it comes to facilitating and maintaining a safe home …