Category: Home Safety and Preparedness

How to Better Prepare for Freezing Weather

If you didn’t know, Georgia has been experiencing some frigid weather in the last week or two. And no, it is not a first for us. Sure, it’s not up-north kind of weather; but for us, it’s a bit chilly. Mix it with some light snow, sleet, or ice; and our world can come to… Read more How to Better Prepare for Freezing Weather

New Year Resolutions for Personal and Home Security

Like most, I considered making new resolutions focused on my health, my career and spending more quality time with family. Yes, the new year is a time for fresh beginnings, and while many resolutions focus on the normal annual self-promises, taking action for your personal and home safety are just as essential to consider for… Read more New Year Resolutions for Personal and Home Security

Protecting Your Packages from Porch Pirates During the Holiday Season

With the rise of online shopping, having packages delivered directly to our doorsteps has become a way of life. Unfortunately, this convenience comes with a downside—porch piracy. A porch pirate is a thief who steals packages left outside homes or in areas near entrances. They lurk in neighborhoods, waiting for the opportunity to snatch packages… Read more Protecting Your Packages from Porch Pirates During the Holiday Season

Preparing Your Pets for Emergencies

Recent events with Hurricanes Helena and Milton that devastated areas in the Southern United States have proven the need not only to prepare ourselves  and families  for natural disasters, but also our pets who are almost often considered family. If you’ve paid attention to the news coverage of these historical storms you may have seen… Read more Preparing Your Pets for Emergencies

Deciding On a Home Defense Tool

A few weeks ago, I was visiting our local firearms shop and overheard a customer discussing with one of the staff choices for a home defense weapon. The customer was looking at a Banshee 300 blackout. They asked to see a couple of other AR options and then the customer asked, “what would you suggest… Read more Deciding On a Home Defense Tool

Winter is Coming: Preparing Your Home for the Cold

This past Sunday was the first day of fall. Department stores are putting away their summer items as the summer season has ended.  Soon the crisp autumn air will give way to the biting chill of winter, and it will be time to prepare our homes for the colder months ahead. Winter brings not just… Read more Winter is Coming: Preparing Your Home for the Cold

Community Safety: It Takes a Village

Some of our previous blogs focused on personal safety, a few in particular discussed safety around the home. We’ve covered topics like Enhancing Security Outside Your Home and Enhancing Security Inside Your Home, offering practical tips for home security. We also posted a podcast on How to Make Your Home More Secure. Now, we’re extending… Read more Community Safety: It Takes a Village

Proper Use of Fire Extinguishers

Have you ever experienced a grease fire while cooking, only to realize you weren’t prepared to put it out? Maybe you tried using water and quickly learned that wasn’t a good idea. Many of us overlook the importance of having a fire extinguisher at home, thinking we’ll never need it—until we do. Portable fire extinguishers… Read more Proper Use of Fire Extinguishers

How to Build Your Own Trauma Kit

Overview Season 1: Episode 8 This time we delve into the critical importance of having a trauma kit and how to build one yourself. Learn the distinctions between a trauma kit, a blowout bag, and a basic first aid kit, and discover the essential items you should include to be prepared for severe bleeding and… Read more How to Build Your Own Trauma Kit

How to Make Your Home More Secure

Overview Season 1, Episode 7 We dive deep into practical and actionable strategies to make your home more of a fortress of safety. We take you on an engaging journey, starting from the street view of your house to the intricate details inside. From simple acts like bringing in your mail and mowing your lawn… Read more How to Make Your Home More Secure