www.protectingtexans.org http://www.protectingtexans.org Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 Safety After Your Move http://www.protectingtexans.org/2012/01/28/safety-after-your-move/ http://www.protectingtexans.org/2012/01/28/safety-after-your-move/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.protectingtexans.org/?p=12 If you recently moved you may be more consumed by things like researching Reliant Energy Rates Texas and waiting for the cable guy than home safety but this can be one of the most dangerous times for your family. Be sure to follow these steps to insure a safe move:
Unpack Dangerous Items: Make sure you have all the knives, cleaning products and potentially dangerous items accounted for and locked up tight the FIRST night you move in. The last thing you need is your child going through a box and getting into trouble.
Check all the Locks: Make sure your new home is secure – check to see that all doors and locks work the second you get in the house and invest in some blinds as soon as possible to make sure no one can see in and assess your valuables.
Don’t Ignore Utilities: Some safety features like home alarms or smoke detectors are easy to forget about in the hustle and bustle of a move but don’t let them be last on the list. Cross them off first and rest easy.

]]> http://www.protectingtexans.org/2012/01/28/safety-after-your-move/feed/ 0 How To Keep Your Family Safe In Texas http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/10/01/how-to-keep-your-family-safe-in-texas/ http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/10/01/how-to-keep-your-family-safe-in-texas/#comments Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.protectingtexans.org/?p=10 Two Central Texas children died alongside their mother when space heaters in their home ignited a fire. If families follow safety precautions in their home, accidents like these don’t have to happpen. Having a working smoke alarm installed reduces a person’s chances of dying in a fire to fifty percent.

Parents should adhere to the following fire safety tips: Keep flammable items out of children’s reach. Never allow a candle to burn unattended. Test all smoke alarms every month. Consider installing a home sprinkler system. A sprinkler system considerably reduces your family’s chances of dying in a fire.

Preventing accidents and fires in the home is not the only way to keep your family safe. The most common threat to a home is burglary. Is your home really safe when you leave, or in the middle of the night when your family is sleeping? According to FBI statistics, a burglary occurs every 15.4 seconds in the United States. One way to have peace of mind and keep your family safe, is to have a burglar alarm installed. You don’t have to become the safety police or turn your home into Fort Knox to keep your family safe. Using common sense and taking basic precautions will keep your family safe in your Texas home.

]]> http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/10/01/how-to-keep-your-family-safe-in-texas/feed/ 0 Keeping Safe In Texas Includes Proper Equipment http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/09/30/keeping-safe-in-texas-includes-proper-equipment/ http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/09/30/keeping-safe-in-texas-includes-proper-equipment/#comments Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.protectingtexans.org/?p=9 As crime rates are on the rise more and more each year, keeping safe has become a major priority for many residents of Texas. Texans have realized that it is important to have the tools needed to ensure that their families are protected from intruders and other types of criminals. Crime should always pay and when it comes to the people of Texas, they want to make sure that this statement continues to hold true. That is why more and more people are beginning to purchase the right equipment to keep unwanted guests our of their homes, once and for all.Is this new to you? Catch up here

The sale of home security systems has been on the rise in the state of Texas for several years and more people begin to beef up when it comes to home protection. Of the different types of systems out there, Texans seem to be opting for the simpler models with fewer bells and whistles. They seem to be choosing the models which simply alert the authorities silently. More and more Texans have also taken to the animal shelters, adopting guard dogs as an added layer of family protection. Of course, there are still many people who are of the older way of thinking, arming their homes with guns to make sure that any intruder coming into their home regrets it immediately.

]]> http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/09/30/keeping-safe-in-texas-includes-proper-equipment/feed/ 0 Best Safety Options In Texas For Your Family http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/09/27/best-safety-options-in-texas-for-your-family/ http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/09/27/best-safety-options-in-texas-for-your-family/#comments Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.protectingtexans.org/?p=8 No matter which area of the globe you move to, safety should always be your primary concern. Keeping you and your family safe is a vital role in becoming an adult.

If you live in the state of Texas, here are some ideas on how you can keep you and your family safe:

Safe area: Before you get established into a new area, make sure the area is safe. Look at the school ratings, safety ratings, and past criminal reports for the area.

Location: Another thing to consider about the location is the population. Downtown cities are usually going to have the highest crime rate. You want to meet in the middle of the country, as well as downtown so there is at least some protection in the area, yet not too much criminal activity.

Security system: When everyone is ready for a good night’s sleep, there is usually that quick fright that lingers in your subconscious mind. It’s asking you if you locked the door, if all the windows are shut, and if you shut the garage door. When this comes across your mind, you can feel safe knowing that you have a security system to deter any stranger from trespassing on your property.

No matter where you live, it’s important to think of the safety of your family. Consider these tips, install that alarm system and allow yourself to have a good night’s sleep!

]]> http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/09/27/best-safety-options-in-texas-for-your-family/feed/ 0 Your Children Deserve Safety In Their Texas Home http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/09/24/your-children-deserve-safety-in-their-texas-home/ http://www.protectingtexans.org/2011/09/24/your-children-deserve-safety-in-their-texas-home/#comments Sat, 24 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.protectingtexans.org/?p=7 Parents and guardians want to protect their children at all costs. The best way to do this is by investing in a home security system that will provide 24 hour security even when you are not at home. The systems that are now on the market are password protected and will send an immediate alarm to a local fire or police station if an incident occurs. This means you will have additional protection at your fingertips in just a matter of minutes.Is this new to you? Catch up here
There are systems that allow you to see your children arrive home while you are still at the office. You can preset the alarm to activate once they close the doors for added protection. You can purchase a system for just a few dollars each month to protect your children and your family 24/7.
Investing in a home security system means your children and your family are protected every hour of every day. You can rest assured that your home will be a place that is welcoming and protected at the same time. With the different systems that are on the market today means you can provide that extra measure of protection and feel peace of mind no matter what.

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