Looking to Teach Your Kids Fire Safety? Start Here!

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Jeremy Leake

Accidents happen. It’s how we prepare for them that counts for the long run. For some situations it’s the difference between life and death. Fire is one of those situations. Knowing how to teach your children in a way that they will understand can be difficult though. We found this article on PBS Kids that we hope will help you teach your children how to be safe around fire!

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From the article:

Be Safe

Get out fast! When you hear the loud beep of the smoke alarm, get out of the house. Never hide or take time to grab your belongings or pets.

Follow your escape plan. After all, you’ve been practicing!

Feel a door before you open it. If it is hot, there may be fire on the other side. Try to get out another way.

Stay low to the floor. Since smoke rises, the safest air for breathing is down low.

Call 9-1-1 or the fire department. Be sure to do this after you get out of the house. Remember: Only call 9-1-1 if there is a real emergency.

Stay out! Once you’re out, stay out. Don’t go back for anything!

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Read the entire article here: http://pbskids.org/arthur/firesafety/

Looking to Organize Your Exercise Equipment? Find Out How This Person Did it Here!

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Jeremy Leake

Organizing can be difficult especially depending upon what you are trying to organize. In this article we found someone that found a way to organize their exercise equipment. We hope it gives you some inspiration to organize your own!

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From the article:

Part of my goal in 2014 is to find more balance, and part of that means placing an effort on taking better care of myself. Things like a better sleep schedule, a better daily routine, making time to eat better throughout the day and having the ability to step away from the computer to get in a quick workout. This past year I found that I was at my best when I would toss on my workout clothes and go for a quick run. Outside. But the winter months don’t allow for me to do that, and I find myself spending more time on the computer and snacking than getting active. Not a great combo.

We purchased a treadmill years ago, and it is something you don’t see make an appearance on the blog all that often because 1) it doesn’t get used as much as it should and 2) it is ugly.

This little update sure put a fire in me to want to run inside and make better use of that little corner of ours. I always say I feel more productive in a neat and orderly environment, and this is definitely no exception to that rule.

As far as a routine goes, I sort of just do what I have time for and what I feel like I want to focus on for the day. My goal is 15-30 minutes of some sort of exercise Monday – Friday, just to break up the hours of sitting I do on the computer, but any tips and suggestions from those of you who have mastered this already would be sincerely appreciated.

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Read the entire article here: http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/2014/01/exercising-my-right-to-organize.html

Is Your Child’s Playroom a Disaster? Checkout These Organization Ideas!

Posted on January 2, 2014 by Jeremy Leake

Playrooms are very hard to keep clean. Kids have a lot of fun in there but they are filled with so much stuff that it can be hard to make it not look like a war zone. We found this article with 41 different organization ideas specifically for playrooms. We hope you’ll find some that will help keep your playroom clean and tidy!

From the article:

Save space by placing puzzles in zippered pouches

You can get rid of those bulky boxes. Just remember to cut off the image from the front of the box and tape it to the front of each pouch.

This wooden zoo pen is an adorable idea for storing stuffed animals.

A wall-mounted desk is easy to put away

Slanted shoe racks are great for displaying collections

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Checkout all of the ideas here: http://www.buzzfeed.com/peggy/clever-organizational-ideas-for-your-childs-playroom

Looking to Learn How to Speed Clean? Learn How Here!

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Jeremy Leake

Do you feel like cleaning your home during the summer? If you’re like most of us then the answer is probably no. You’d rather be outside or spending quality time with your family. We found this article on speed cleaning that we hope will help you maintain your home while not spending a lot of time cleaning your home!

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From the article:

Here are my favorite speed cleaning tips for fast and efficient housekeeping!

1. Get your daily routines down.
If I keep up with my basic routines, things don???t get so out of control in the first place. My house will stay clean enough! Trust me on this, cleaning routines will change your life.

Try my 4 Daily Routines or make up your own! The important thing is that you get yourself in a simple rhythm of daily upkeep of your home. Once you do, all the other necessary homemaking tasks will not seem so overwhelming or take so long in a day. This is so important!

2. Dress for success!
Want to fly through your cleaning routine? What you wear just might affect the efficiency in which you clean! I certainly find that to be true. I actually do not clean well in my PJs. Sorry to disappoint you PJ loving people, but it just doesn???t work for me. My clothes tell me what I can accomplish. PJs and slippers tell me to be lazy and slow and maybe even crawl back in bed. I can do a quick load of laundry while still in my PJs, but anything else and I am good for nothing.

Shoes and clothes tell me it is time to get down to business and start the day. Too nice of clothes tell me I shouldn???t clean at all. Aprons tell me it is OK to tackle a quick cleaning job no matter what I???m wearing.

Moral of this story, I find I need to be dressed appropriately for cleaning or wear an apron in order to be efficient. Try it. Get dressed and I bet you???ll be more efficient. I dare you.

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Click here to read all of the tips: http://theinspiredroom.net/2012/06/04/speed-cleaning-tips-for-fast-efficient-housekeeping/

Prevent Injury With Fire Safety

Posted on September 2, 2013 by Jeremy Leake

Preventing injury from fire is very important but it’s even more important if you have kids since they don’t have the common sense that adults have. We found this article that we hope will provide a training tool for you and your children. We also hope that it will help prevent any fire injury in your home.

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From the article:

Electrical Appliances, Cords, and Outlets

Are your electrical appliances in good condition, without loose or frayed cords or plugs?

Are your outlets overloaded with plugs from the TV, computer, printer, video game system, and stereo?

Are you overusing an extension cord?

Do the light fixtures in your home use bulbs that are the correct wattage?

Does your home contain GFCIs (ground fault circuit interrupters) and/or AFCIs (arc fault circuit interrupters), which prevent electrical shock and fire by shutting off faulty circuits?

Look around your house for potential problems. And unless you’re a trained electrician, be careful about do-it-yourself electrical projects. Studies have shown that many home fires are caused by improper installation of electrical devices.

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Click here to read all the tips: http://kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid_safe/home/fire.html

Have a Flood? Learn How to Clean it Up Here

Posted on August 26, 2013 by Jeremy Leake

Having a flood is nerve racking. Not knowing what to do about it and how to clean it up is even worse. We found this article released by the City of Milwaukee with information about how to clean up after a flood. We hope that you never need this information but should you need it we hope it helps.

From the article:

Safety

DO NOT WADE INTO STANDING WATER IN YOUR BASEMENT UNLESS YOU ARE SURE THE ELECTRICITY TO YOUR HOME IS OFF.

PREVENT ACCESS TO AREA BY CHILDREN

Floodwater may be contaminated with sewage and should be treated as such.

Minimize skin exposure by wearing rubber boots and rubber gloves during clean up.

There is a hazard in utilizing electrical equipment (i.e. sump pumps, furnace motors, etc.), which is wet. It can produce severe shocks and endanger human life as well as burn out the equipment. Make sure all electrical equipment is dry before use

Check gas and oil furnaces as well as gas hot water heaters for escaping gas and ensure that pilot flames are lit. If gas is escaping, do not light a match until the gas supply has been shut off. If you are unfamiliar with this procedure, contact your local gas company or a professional heating contractor.

The area may be extremely slippery. Walk Carefully.

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For all of the tips click here: http://city.milwaukee.gov/Flood-Clean-up

Learn Why You Should Do A Home Inventory Here

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Jeremy Leake

Thought about doing a home inventory but wasn’t sure if it was necessary? Home inventories should be done for a variety of reasons. We found this article that we hope will help you prepare if the worst should happen.

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From the article:

If your home is struck by a burglary, fire, flood, earthquake, or other disaster, one of the first questions you will be asked is, “What property was lost, destroyed, or stolen?” It’s almost impossible to pull up such information out of your brain on a good day — and it’s twice as hard in the aftermath of a traumatic event.

This is one of those tasks that is easy to say one will do “tomorrow.” But do it today. Being able to pull out an up-to-date home inventory will make it hugely easier to deal with police and your insurance company.

Fortunately, making a home inventory isn’t onerous, and might actually prompt you to prevent the loss itself. As you inventory your possessions, you’ll become more aware of their vulnerability, and can take steps to secure them.

Start by walking through your house with a pad of paper and a still or video camera. Jot down a list of any items worth more than $50 or so and take pictures of them. Go room by room, and don’t forget the garage, attic, and basement. Be sure to include jewelry, clothing and shoes, stamp or coin collections, CD and record collections, silver, tools, and electronic equipment.

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Read the entire article here: http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/preparing-home-inventory-case-your-property-gets-damaged-stolen.html

Laundry Room Flooding Horror Story

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Jeremy Leake

You never want to think of your home flooding. Especially by your brand new washing machine. Read this woman’s story and decide for yourself if you should buy Whirlpool or not.

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From the article:

The first load of laundry in Lona Massong’s new Whirlpool Cabrio washing machine went smoothly.

Load No. 2, well, that’s a different story.

Massong filled the machine with clothes, poured in the soap and turned the dial.

When she returned to the first-floor laundry room a short time later, she found herself standing in a pool of water.

She ran down to her finished basement and found the ceiling caving in, the carpet soaked and a wall saturated with water.

Massong and her husband turned off the machine, cleaned up the mess and immediately called Grand Appliance, where the couple had purchased the washing machine.

Two days later, on Aug. 9, a repairman came to their Wadsworth home, dragged the washing machine into the driveway and looked underneath.

It didn’t take him long to find the problem. A clamp that was supposed to connect the washing machine’s drain hose to the drain pump was missing, so when the clothes in the second load began squishing around, the motion dislodged the hose, sending water everywhere.

Grand Appliance replaced the washer but said the damage to Massong’s basement was Whirlpool’s responsibility because the manufacturer failed to attach the clamp.

Massong called Whirlpool, which instructed her to get two estimates. One estimate put the damage at $5,660, Massong said, and another was closer to $6,000.

Whirlpool hired Eagle Adjusting Services Inc. to examine the claim. Eagle Adjusting came up with its own, considerably lower estimate, placing the damage at $4,575.38. It then subtracted $1,072.18 for “depreciation,” saying nothing in Massong’s basement was new.

The final offer from Whirlpool, based on Eagle’s estimate, was $3,503.20, a number that did not sit well with Massong.

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Click here to read the rest of the story: http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2011-11-06/business/ct-biz-1106-problem-massong-20111106_1_basement-whirlpool-cabrio-washer

Go Green With These Summer Projects

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Jeremy Leake

Like the idea of going green especially in your home? Not sure where to start? Start with these summer projects in order to have a greener home.

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From the article:

Save Water with Every Flush
Why flush away more gallons than you need to do the job? In other countries it???s common for toilets to have two settings ??? one for when less water is needed, and a second for when more water is needed. But with a $100 kit, your toilet also can have two flush options.

An even simpler way to save water is by gently placing a sealed half-gallon container of water in your tank. The container displaces new water, saving a half-gallon per flush. With the average American flushing five times per day, each half-gallon adds up to significant water savings.

Even better: Use the water once before it reaches your toilet tank. Another $100 kit can add a simple sink to the top of your toilet, allowing you to wash your hands with water that then drains into your toilet tank.

Or, if you???re feeling really ambitious, you can install a greywater system to funnel water from the sink and shower drains into the toilet tank and leave plenty left over for the garden. Just remember that you???ll need to switch to all-natural, biodegradable soaps and shampoos as well.

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Read all the ideas here: http://www.greenzionism.org/resources/articles/177

Learn the Most Common Causes of Fire Here!

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Jeremy Leake

Fire is something that no one wants to face in their home. There are things that homeowners can be aware of in order to avoid fires. We found this article that we hope will help you avoid a fire in your home.

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From the article:

Many common causes of fire can be related to some of the following:

Open Flames

Examples of such unsafe conditions are as follows:

negligence in conducting hot work, such as welding, cutting or grinding;

improper use of candles;

improper handling of flammable or combustible liquids or flammable gases in near-to-potential ignition sources; and

matches and cigarettes that are improperly disposed of, or left unattended near combustibles.

Electrical

Examples of such unsafe conditions are as follows:

damaged electrical conductors, plug wires or extension cords;

use of faulty, modified or unapproved electrical equipment;

insufficient space or clearance between electrical heating equipment and combustibles;

short or overloaded circuits;

loose electrical connections; and

lighting.

Electrical Fire Safety Tips

Do not use electrical equipment that is in poor repair or that has a damaged cord.

Do not overload circuits or extension cords.

Use approved power bars instead of circuit splitters.

Keep electrical heating appliances at a safe distance from combustibles.

Cooking

Examples of possible unsafe conditions are as follows:

deep frying in pots or pans on stove tops;

unattended cooking appliances; and

combustibles located dangerously close to cooking equipment.

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Did you know that your dryer could catch on fire? Checkout this article and learn why it’s important to maintain your dryer that could be of interest to you.
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Read the entire article here: http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/labour/fire_protection/prevention/fire_causes.shtml