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Tips for home fire safety and prevention
Fires in your home can devastate your family and property alike. Increase your fire preparedness with these basic fire prevention tips.
Create a fire escape plan today!
Make a home fire evacuation plan to be better prepared in case of a fire. Teach your kids how to avoid smoke inhalation, escape to safety and understand fire hazards.
Home inspection: What's included and not?
Consider a professional home inspection to help identify any immediate or potential issues before signing the papers on a new house.
Additional fire prevention articles
The free Ting offer continues to help keep policyholders safe
State Farm® offers fire safety technology for the home.
Smoke detector placement and safety
Multiple smoke detectors may be needed in your home. Read about the different types.
Causes and prevention for carbon monoxide poisoning
Carbon monoxide poisoning can be lethal to humans and animals. Learn the warning signs on how to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
Extension cord safety: What to do and what to avoid
Don't let your extension cords become potential fire hazards.
Fire safety for businesses
Learn workplace fire safety and prevention tips to help protect your employees and business.
Be aware of electrical hazards in your home
What are some different residential electrical hazards?
11 signs you should think about rewiring your home
Home electrical fires are often related to wiring problems. Is your home at risk?
Wood stove and space heater safety
Learn how to keep your family safe and warm with these recommended safety tips.
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.
Fire prevention tips for the family
What to do after a house fire
Consider these tips to help you and your family recover after a house fire.
Prepare your babysitter for emergencies
Prepare your babysitter for success and emergency situations by leaving important information about your house, your family and your child.
Teaching your kids emergency preparedness
Weather emergencies may scare your kids, but helping them understand what to expect can help reduce the stress.
Help protect your home and family with home security
Learn how the different types of home alarm systems can help improve your home security and maybe even get you a discount on your homeowners insurance.
Insurance tips
How to create a home inventory
A home inventory can expedite insurance claims process after theft, damage or loss.
Flooded basement? How to deal with common causes
Wet basement problems can cost you thousands of dollars. Here are steps to help identify the source of the water and ways to minimize your risk.
Why should I review my home insurance annually?
The next time you need to renew your insurance policies, consider taking these steps to make sure you understand what your coverages are.
What you need to know about replacement cost vs market value
Learn the difference between replacement cost value and market value coverage to make an informed decision when purchasing home insurance.
What if my personal insurance is not enough to cover potential loss exposures?
You may want to consider a personal article insurance policy to help protect your possessions or personal liability insurance policy to help protect your home and future earnings.
Personal property and casualty insurance
What is personal property and casualty insurance? Learn more information on automobile, homeowners, watercraft, condo, renters and more.
Tips for recovering from a fire
Pros and cons of metal roofs for your home
Whether you're buying a home with one or thinking of installing, here's what to know.
Tips to Find a Quality Contractor
If your area got hit hard by recent storms, scammers may arrive offering repairs to your roof and other property damaged. Learn to spot them.
Portable Generator Safety
Check out these portable generator safety tips for when you need to provide temporary power to your home or wherever you need it.
DIY home improvement or when to hire a pro
Before jumping into a home or apartment project, weigh the pros and cons of a DIY approach vs. hiring a pro.
What is an impact-resistant roof?
If you're ready for a new roof, now's a great time to upgrade to sturdier materials to create an impact-resistant roof that may save you time, money and hassle down the road.
Whole house water leak detection systems
Learn how to help prevent costly water damage and the different water leak detection systems with automatic shutoff valves available on the market today.
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