January has arrived and although we have had mild temperatures lately, it is only a matter of time before the typical Minnesota winter hits us. Prepare your home and your vehicle before it’s too late.
Extreme cold temperatures can lead to frozen/bursting pipes. Protect your home and save money from expensive repairs by following some important tips.
Tags: Home Safety Tips, Minnesota Winter, Frozen Pipes, Water Sensor
We've already experienced the cold and a little bit of snow...flurries! You may or may not have your home ready for the change in seasons but it's not too late to get prepared for the deep freeze we will get later (much later hopefully) in the season.
Tags: Minnesota, Home Security Tips, Fall, Home Safety Tips, winter activities, Rochester MN
Do you panic when you don’t have your phone? Would you be lost without it? The average smartphone user checks their device 47 times a day. Cell phones and social media impact many aspects of our lives, with 85% of users checking their device while speaking with friends/family. While we love to be connected, are you aware of what you or your children are doing on social media?
Tags: Burglary, Home Security Systems, Security Tips, Home Security Tips, Home Safety Tips, Kids Safety, Olmsted County, social media
Cooler air, shorter days and pumpkin spice everything… it’s official we need to prepare for winter. Before the weather gets completely unbearable, enjoy the beautiful Minnesota fall by taking care of a few tasks around the house to protect and save all winter long.
Tags: Minnesota, Home Security Tips, Fall, Home Safety Tips, winter activities, Rochester MN
October is Fire Prevention month and a great time to make sure we are prepared for the unimaginable. In the U.S. in 2017, there were a total of 357,000 home fires. To bring it close to home, in 2016 Minnesota reported a total of 4,621 residential fires with over $125 million in damage.
Tags: Fire Safety, Home Safety Tips, Rochester MN, Olmsted County, Fire Prevention
There are many things about summertime that give you a burst of energy, after all with the long Minnesota winter, you have to take advantage of every bit of summertime. The grilling, lake time, bonfires, fireworks, camping, traveling and family fun are just a few of the benefits of summertime.
Tags: family, Family Activities, Minnesota, Pets, Safety and Security Tips, Safety Tips, Fire Safety, Holiday, Home Automation, Home Safety Tips, Summer Safety
Each summer, out of town alarm companies send out people to communities across the country to go door-to-door and persuade homeowners into purchasing a new alarm system. These people, while appearing friendly, have been found to use deceptive sales tactics and often misrepresent themselves and the companies they work for.
Tags: Home Security Rochester, Home Security Systems, peace of mind, Safety and Security Tips, Safety Tips, Security, Security Tips, Home Security Tips, Home Automation, Home Safety Tips
Fall and winter may mean shorter days and unbearable cold weather for most of us. But there's also something comforting about the need to hunker down and cozy-up by the fire.
At least, that's how it could or should be, provided you take some sensible precautions to protect your home and family from the challenges of the seasons. We've had a taste of the change in temperature and the fluffy snow we all love so much! If you haven't yet, don't forget to follow these steps. A proactive approach will be less costly than a reactive one.
Tags: Home Security, Minnesota, Safety and Security Tips, Home Safety Tips, Maintenance, Winter, Uncategorized
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