Break-ins at Australian homes have increased for the first time in over ten years, the Australian Bureau of Statistics has found. A total of 194,100 homes were broken into during the last financial year – which is an increase of 1.7% compared to the 2020-21 financial year. With so many incidents occurring across the nation, […]
Why An Intercom System Is Good Protection For Your Home Most homeowners purchase an intercom to save time. Instead of walking to the front of the house to answer the door, the user can monitor and interact with a visitor via its audio-enabled LCD screen. This hassle-free, time-saving function is additionally beneficial for people with […]
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Mar
Mar
When it comes to fire safety in your home, you must select the appropriate device to protect you and your family. After all, in a house fire, a smoke alarm can mean the difference between life and death. However, homeowners may need help distinguishing between smoke and heat alarms, and it may be challenging to […]
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Nov
Nov
Smoke alarms save lives by detecting fires in your home early. However, it can be frustrating when they trigger for no apparent reason. While dust and/or bugs are often the main culprits, the weather – specifically moisture and humidity – is also a key factor in triggering these false alarms. Humidity and Your Smoke Alarm […]
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Aug
Aug
Even the most expensive, state-of-the-art smoke alarms have a limited lifespan. Should you fail to replace yours within the specified timeframe, there’s a good chance it’ll stop working and put your household at risk. What’s more, if inadequately maintained, a smoke alarm can cease to function correctly before its lifespan lapses. This post explains how […]
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Jun
Jun
A carbon monoxide alarm is the only sure-fire way to detect this otherwise undetectable gas. As carbon monoxide exposure can lead to debilitating injury or death, this modest life-saving device is worth the small financial investment. But there’s not much point in owning a carbon monoxide detector if it’s not fit for purpose or you […]
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Mar
Mar
Being trapped and caught in a house fire is a horrifying tragedy. Sadly, a study from 2019 confirmed that more Australians die in residential fires on average than by other natural hazards combined. It also highlighted that many of these deaths could have been prevented, which is why every household should have smoke alarms. What […]
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Mar
Mar
What would you do if a fire ravages your workplace? Most would locate the nearest exit sign and await the fire brigade. However, some scenarios can present obstacles that could mean life or death. For example, what if the smoke is too thick? What if the flames block the nearest fire exit? What if you […]
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Dec
Dec
While Christmas is cause for celebration, the festive season sadly sees an increase in house fires each year. Along with the warm December weather, seasonal traditions like backyard barbeques, Christmas trees, candles, cooking, and fairy lights all add an extra element of risk. Don’t let the holidays end in tragedy. Follow these seven sensible fire […]