Fire has been all over the news in the past year, from fires that spread across California, to fires in South America, and now it seems much of Australia is engulfed in flames as well. It can be both fascinating and frightening how powerful the flames of a fire can be. When controlled, fire can […]
Dealing with smoke damage in or around your home can be frustrating and time consuming. Smoke damage can be detected in a few different forms. It will usually show up as discoloration on walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, or pretty much any surface of your home. Smoke damage can also be detected from the unpleasant smell
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Winter weather is just around the corner. As the leaves change color, temperatures drop, and snow begins to fall we will soon all be cozy inside our homes enjoying the holiday season. Winter and the holiday season does not only bring holiday cheer and cozy nights in but also a whole new set of fire
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It seems that the news is plastered with stories covering wildfires across the world, from fires in California to the most recent fires engulfing the Amazon Rainforest. These fires are devastating to anything they cross paths with. Wildlife, trees, plants, homes, businesses, and the people that fight them are all at risk of serious danger
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We are well beyond the years of smoking cigarettes being allowed indoors in public places and getting further and further from it being a common habit in most people’s lives. This is a move in the positive direction considering the significant health risks that have been associated with smoking cigarettes. While smoking indoors can be
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We all learn about fire safety and prevention when we are young and in school. Maybe you were lucky enough to get to explore on a fire truck or try on firefighter gear, all while learning how to prevent fires and stay safe in your home. If you’re like most everyone else, that elementary school
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A house fire is one of the most devastating disasters that can happen to your home. We hope you never find yourself in this situation, but if you do, your first priority will be to make sure all family members are safe and accounted for. Your priorities after that, however, are just as important. How
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A fire can happen in any home, but it doesn’t have to consume everything. With the right precautions, you can increase the chances that your home will still be standing should a fire arise. Here are a few suggestions for safeguarding your house against a fire. Choosing the Right Materials If you’re currently building a new home, you can make
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Everyone’s heard the saying “where there’s smoke, there’s fire”. But those who have experienced a fire in their home know another saying: Where there’s been fire, there is the smell of smoke. Long after the flames of a fire have subsided, the smell of smoke lingers on. Left untreated, it may never fully go away. If you’ve ever
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Big or small, seeing a fire in your house is a terrifying experience. If it happens to you, your first priority should be safety. For smaller fires, the safest thing to do might be to grab a nearby fire extinguisher and prevent the fire from spreading. Once a larger fire has broken out, the only
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