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Comment on Swimming Pool Safety Tips for Parents and Homeowners by Adult Pool Alarm Protects Elderly and Handicapped from Drowning

Adult Pool Alarm Protects Elderly and Handicapped from Drowning — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:03:03 +0000

[...] it can restore agility and strength and improve circulation, but backyard pools must have the right pool safety equipment to be truly [...]

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Sun, 22 Apr 2012 01:39:41 +0000

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Comment on Features to Look for in a Freeze Alarm by High Temp Monitoring Just One Feature of Multi-Function Freeze Alarm

High Temp Monitoring Just One Feature of Multi-Function Freeze Alarm — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:03:29 +0000

[...] your vacation home from temperatures that are too high or too low, but did you know that some freeze alarms can do a lot more than just monitor temperatures? Some functions require the addition of a simple [...]

Comment on After Near Drowning, Family gets Tootsie a Pool Ramp by admin

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:36:56 +0000

Sorry for your loss, Ashlee. We agree that pets — like children — should never be left unattended around pools and other open water. One of our favorite benefits of the Skamper Ramp for backyard pools is that it provides an escape route for the wild animals who are also at risk of drowning.

Comment on Security is Only One Reason to Get a Driveway Alarm by admin

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:36:36 +0000

Thanks, Shaine. These driveway alarms are an affordable way for homeowners to feel more secure and they can be used with or without one of your beautiful fences!

Comment on Many Advantages to DIY Home Security by admin

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:35:57 +0000

True, many DIY systems do not allow central monitoring, however, there are other DIY units like the WisDom Wireless that give you the option of contracting with an outside service. Regardless of which approach you choose –central monitoring or receiving alerts directly by phone, text or email message — homeowners should NEVER put themselves in harms way by responding directly to an alarm alert! Always contact your local police department first and have a law enforcement officer check out the situation before entering your home.

Comment on Spring Home Maintenance Checklist for Do-It-Yourselfers by admin

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:35:42 +0000

Good advice about making sure your sump pump is working properly before the spring thaws arrive. It’s also a good idea to have some kind of backup plan in case your primary sump pump unit fails or if there’s a power outage. Consider getting either a battery backup to your primary unit, a secondary battery-powered backup sump pump, or a standby emergency generator that will turn on automatically.

Comment on Best Basement Flood Protection: Sump Pumps and “Early Warning” Devices by admin

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:35:28 +0000

Thanks, Larry. We agree with you that homeowners who experience a basement flood should do everything possible to prevent the growth of mold, which can lead to all kinds of health problems and cause additional damage to furniture, carpeting, appliances, walls and personal belongings.

Comment on Best Basement Flood Protection: Sump Pumps and “Early Warning” Devices by admin

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:35:00 +0000

Thanks. We think it’s important for homeowners to educate themselves on how to protect their property from events like a flood. The good news is that there are many do-it-yourself solutions that are both effective and affordable.

Comment on Best Basement Flood Protection: Sump Pumps and “Early Warning” Devices by admin

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:34:30 +0000

Glad you found our article helpful. Regardless of the cause, basement flooding can be devastating — and expensive — so its important to take all reasonable precautions to protect your home from this kind of water damage.