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Fire Prevention
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Christmas tree fire safety tips
Christmas trees can pose serious fire risks if you aren’t careful. But simply keeping your tree watered can make a significant difference.
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Did you know…smoke sensors have expiration dates?
Did you know that smoke and fire sensors have expiration dates? It’s not commonly known, but true.
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Benefits of monitored smoke sensors
Homes are required by law to include smoke sensors, which notify those inside the home with a loud alarm when there is a fire. But what happens if you aren’t home?
Protect your home at all times with monitored smoke detectors from WH Security
Monitored smoke detectors are a valuable asset when it comes to home safety, especially since your alarm does not need to be set for them to work.
Advantages of a monitored smoke sensor
In 2011, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reported 370,000 home structure fires that resulted in 2,520 deaths and $6.9 billion in direct damage. When I was a kid, my best friend’s house burnt down in a fire – a haunting memory that has stuck with me. [...]