For many years, home security systems transmitted emergency signals through your ‘landline’ telephone into the monitoring center. That method of communication is becoming more or less obsolete in favor of wireless cellular central station reporting. Now almost 25% of Americans live in homes that do not have a landline. And that figure doubles among young…
In most cases you can switch your Honeywell alarm system over to a new alarm company without having to change your Honeywell alarm equipment. You can even add additional protection to your existing Honeywell alarm system. But first you must make sure that you are not currently under a contract with your existing alarm company.…
Many people often wonder, ‘can another company monitor my ADT alarm system?’. The short answer is yes. However there are instances when the answer can be no. For example, if you are under a contract with ADT you would not be able to have another company monitor your ADT alarm system. But once you have…
The Nassau County Fire Marshal’s office has announced that you can now renew your automatic Nassau County Fire Alarm Permit online by credit card. Be aware there is a $3 fee for the transaction. Begin by accessing the Fire Marshal website by clicking this link. At the bottom of the page please find…
Shopping for a burglar alarm system is one of the most important tasks you will undertake in terms of home security. Research on burglary statistics shows that burglars are deterred by the presence of a burglar alarm. In addition, the police as well as your home insurance company will advise you to have an acceptable…
Choking is the fourth leading cause of fatalities in the country from accidental injuries, according to the National Safety Council. It follows only motor vehicle accidents, falls, and poisoning as a cause of death. Because of this, homeowners should be aware of how to prevent and recognize choking. Prevention There are several ways to prevent…
Computers and phones bring information to anyone asking in seconds. There are many reasons that the Poison Control Hotline (1-800-222-1222) is relevant. Real Live Humans answer the phone. The line is answered by a trained nurse or pharmacist. They can take in the age of the person afflicted, the weight, the type of poison and…
Asbestos was once used commonly in the building of homes. Exposure to it has been found to cause mesothelioma, a cancer of the lining of the chest and the abdominal cavity and asbestosis, where people’s lungs become scarred with fibrous tissue. Given this danger, how can you ensure asbestos safety in the home? First, know…
Carjacking crimes can be very scary and in some cases cause injury to the victims. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, “a weapon was used in 74% of carjacking victimizations. Firearms were used in 45% of carjackings, knives in 11% and other weapons in 18%.” This staggering number shows the importance of carjacking awareness.…
If you need to control pests in your home or garage, here are some safety tips on use of household pest chemicals to follow in order to help prevent poisoning… 1) One of the chief ways to ensure household safety and prevent poisoning is to make sure that the exposure is only what is needed…
Unfortunately, if you are drinking tap water, it might not be the safest thing you could do. In some tap water, a number of unsafe contaminants can be found, including lead, chloroform, radon, arsenic, nitrite, nitrate, and E. coli bacteria. It’s just as important to protect you and your family from these dangers with a…
Approximately 2.8 million people age 19 or below are treated in emergency rooms for injuries sustained during a fall. Falls, in fact, are the leading cause of injuries in the 0 to 19 age group, according to the US Centers for Disease Control. Fortunately, falls are very preventable. Below are five home safety tips to…