If you’re planning on getting started on hanging your holiday lights this month, we’ve dug up some tips to help you: Check the lights first — this will allow you to find any burnt out bulbs and replace them before you hang them up. Map out where you want your lights to be. Take into account […]
Fire Safety is Important This Time of Year
Last week was Fire Prevention Week, but besides the fact that there’s a focus on home fire safety this time of year, homes are actually at a bigger risk this time of year. With winter and colder temperatures coming, people are using heaters and lights more, which creates more fire hazards in the home. Here’s […]
Autumn Landscaping: September Yard Maintenance
Fall has finally hit, and eventually we’ll be dealing with colder weather. Paying attention to your landscaping in the fall will have great benefits come the winter months. Here’s some tips on what yard maintenance to take care of this month: De-clutter: get the rake out and clear your yard of fallen leaves, tree debris, etc. […]
Calgary Break-Ins: How to Increase Home Security
On Monday night, there were a string of break-ins in southeast Calgary, which has prompted the Calgary Police to urge residents to increase their home’s security. Since June, there’s been over 150 home and garage break-ins in our city, which is nearly double that of the same time last year. Here’s some tips for increased […]