Expect Changes, both great and minor to happen with a new year. People all throughout the world are attempting to improve themselves, acquire a new skill, and/or save money for something significant. We propose increasing your home safety if you want to take care of yourself while also protecting your wealth.
Accidents in the home can endanger you and your family’s safety while also costing you a lot of money.
You can avoid a lot of suffering down the line by addressing possible issues before they develop. In the year 2022, you can make create simple methods to make your house a happier and healthier environment.
Maintain a High Level of Air Quality
Dirty air can aggravate allergies and asthmatic symptoms. Make it a habit to dust your home on a regular basis. Your air ducts should be professionally checked and cleaned every 3 to 5 years by a NADCA certified member. If you still have a lot of dust in your residence and/or the air seems heavy, consider installing an air purifier.
Your Dryer’s Vents Should Be Cleaned Dryer fires are a common cause of home fires. It’s often as simple as a flaming lint trap. Make sure to clean your lint filter after each load of laundry. Nonetheless, lint builds up in your dryer vents over time.
This not only makes your machine work harder (resulting in higher power bills and more expensive repairs), but it also raises the chance of a fire in your home. Check to see if your dryer vents have been inspected and cleaned recently.
Make sure your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are in good working order.
Now is a good time to double-check that you have the correct detectors in the correct locations, and that their batteries are fully charged. A working smoke alarm might be the difference between a few hundred dollars and tens of thousands of dollars in property damage. Additionally, it has the ability to save your life.