Articles about smart homes
Home security systems and remote monitoring
Learn how home security systems and remote monitoring can help protect your home, keep you connected and help you find potential insurance savings.
Home safety checklist
Consider these home safety measures to help prevent common household injuries.
How to secure your smart home devices
Security tips to help you identify security risks in your connected smart home system. Also learn how to secure your connected smart home, smart devices, home security devices and network.
Articles about protecting your home
Wildfire safety tips: What to do before and after a wildfire
Learn essential wildfire safety tips to help protect your family and property. Discover how to prepare for wildfires and recover safely afterward.
What causes household mold?
Here are ways to cleanup and prevent household mold.
How to Select the Right Safe for You
Home safes are available in a variety of types and have ratings to indicate how secure they are. Read on to select the best type for your needs.
How to shut off utilities in an emergency
Don't wait until an emergency happens to learn how to shut off utilities. Here are some tips for familiarizing yourself with the process now.
How to protect your home while south for winter vacation
Home winterization tips for snowbirds to help prevent damage and theft to your property while you are away.
Protecting your home while on vacation
Home security while on vacation is important. Consider these tips before you head out.
How to protect a vacant house after moving
If your former home hasn't sold, your vacant home could fall victim to potentially costly issues. Consider these tips for vacant property protection.
Tips to help prevent burglary
Consider these home burglary prevention ideas to help protect your home.
Articles about fire prevention
Why cleaning your chimney is important
Fireplaces provide warmth and ambiance in the winter, but build-up can occur in the flue and be hazardous. Learn how to keep a clean chimney.
Is a natural gas detector worth it?
Natural gas detectors can alert you and your family of odorless and dangerous leaks.
Fire safety equipment to have at home
Every residence should be prepared with home fire safety equipment to help in case of an emergency.
The free Ting offer continues to help keep policyholders safe
State Farm is offering free Ting Sensor devices to qualified policyholders in participating states.
Answers about automatic fire sprinkler systems
Commercial sprinkler systems are a key step in fire protection. If you have questions, get answers to help protect your business from devastating fire damage.
Create a home fire escape plan today!
Make a home fire evacuation plan to prepare yourself in case of a fire. Teach your kids how to avoid smoke inhalation, escape to safety and understand fire hazards.
Help protect your home against common causes of house fires
Devastating home fires are an unfortunate reality. Learn about the causes of house fires and precautions to help prevent a fire before it starts.
Be aware of electrical hazards in your home
Electricity presents a real danger and can cause extensive damage to your property. Consider these electrical safety tips for your home.
Articles to help prevent claims
Understanding wind mitigation and its benefits
Learn about wind mitigation, possible benefits and discounts on your home insurance.
Annual home safety checklist
Help maintain the safety of your home by following these annual home safety tips that cover everything from the attic down to the basement.
What not to store in the garage
Wondering what you should or should not have in the garage? Some items may surprise you. Learn about what can stay and what to consider storing elsewhere.
Which emergency backup generator is right for you?
A backup generator can help during a blackout. These tips on permanent and portable generators can help you choose.
A quick review of laundry safety tips
Laundry safety rules and tips including ways to prevent fire, poisoning, injury and other accidents.
11 signs you should think about rewiring your home
Rewiring a house may be a good idea if you notice one or more of these 11 telltale signs from State Farm. Read them now.
Radon gas in homes: What to know
Radon gas is odorless, colorless and the second leading cause of lung cancer. These are some common methods for assessing, preventing or removing it.
Tips to minimize moisture in your home
Protect your home by eliminating excess moisture before it causes major damage. These tips on moisture resistance can help.
How to identify poisonous plants and flowers
Aside from poison ivy and oak, be aware of these other poisonous plants that can be toxic to humans and pets.
Tips for dealing with lead paint
Homes built before 1978 might contain lead-based paint -- one of the most common causes of lead poisoning, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
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