How Much Does An Electrician Charge To Install A Complete Set of Detectors?We explore what the average electrician charges to ensure your property meets the minimum standard in terms of smoke alarms that are fully connected in a property.Let’s get to it: What’s the average cost?How much you’re paying depends on where you live, but …
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Who Might Need to Regularly Use A Combination Box for Keys?They’re really useful and allows individuals access to property without the original key-holder being there. But who really needs to use something like a combination box?Combination Box For Keys – Who Needs Them?There are many uses, but most users will fall into one of the following …
Missing Orders? You Need Some Package Theft Prevention TipsPreventing package theft is becoming an ever increasing concern for many home owners. What steps can you take to ensure that you’re not inviting a passer-by to snoop around your home?With over 3 million packages going missing or reported as stolen, it’s becoming increasingly annoying when delivery …
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Why AirBnb Users Love Using Lock BoxesWe run some serviced apartments for holiday users and we wrestled with the idea that our guests might leave us bad reviews if we installed a lockbox to the front of the property.Might their holiday experience quality be degraded somewhat if we decided to not to meet them upon …
Gas Meter Alterations – What does it Cost to Move a Gas Meter?We have moved 3 gas meters in the last 24 months – on different houses, of course – and now feel that we’re an authority on the best practices of getting a gas meter alteration.We struggled to find adequate information online, so we …
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Polystyrene Ceiling Tiles Are Legal… For NowPolystyrene ceiling tiles are not illegal, surprisingly. The same is true for polystyrene coving. If you go to stockists and DIY stores, you’ll still be able to buy them; clearly, they are not illegal.The better question is: are they a fire risk? and the answer is 100% yes. Page …
Getting Rid of Mould safely – A case studyAt Alarms4Life, we cover mainly the safety and security aspect of a home, but it’s also important, in our eyes, to include things like cleaning up mould in a home to keep it a safe living space, especially for the old and young who are most prone to …
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What To Do In Case Of A House Fire?How many families do you know that have an emergency plan in case of a fire? At best, we’d say a handful, if any.In 2018, there were 247 fire related deaths and 3,106 fire related injuries (Source: Fire and rescue incident statistics), of which many probably could …
Fire Extinguisher Guide – Matching Types and Fire Classes Introductory Note: Do not use a fire extinguisher on a burning fire unless you are able and that it’s safe for you to take on the task. If in doubt, call your local fire service. Quick NavigationFire Extinguisher Guide – Matching Types and Fire ClassesWhat Types of …
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Buy a Fire Blanket? Avoid Fakes & CopiesNot all fire blankets meet the standard required. Be careful with buying one from eBay or Amazon as the market is flooded with fakes from China.When you buy a fire blanket, the first thing you need to do before clicking on the ‘add to cart’ button is to …
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How to Use a Fire BlanketUsing a fire blanket is ideal for small household fires that can be extinguished without the need of a fire extinguisher or the attendance of the local fire service. While they are straightforward to use, there are a few pointers to take on board to ensure you stay safe.We discuss …
Carbon Monoxide Can Kill – Our Safety Checklist to Protect Your FamilyCarbon monoxide is one of the leading causes of home poisoning deaths in the world. Our safety checklist comprehensively covers how you can massively reduce the risks that will take lives this year. If you’re looking for our product reviews, go to the best carbon …
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Carbon Monoxide Detector PlacementCarbon monoxide detectors are an essential part of keeping your family safe. We highlight the best practices of where you should place the detectors. Quick NavigationWhere to Install a Carbon Monoxide DetectorDo I have a legal obligation to fit CO alarms?Maintaining alarms in your homeWhat are the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning?I’ve …
Top 3 Rules of Maintaining a Smoke AlarmFire kills.For less than the cost of a simple lunch, you can buy a smoke alarm that will go a long way to protecting you, your family and your home. Why take the risk?In this brief article, we discuss the top 3 rules of maintaining smoke alarms. Quick …
Frequently Asked QuestionsOn 1st October 2015 new regulations came into force requiring landlords to ensure the fire safety of their tenants as well as offer protection against carbon monoxide poisoning. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms – Key Questions Q: What do the regulations require? From 1 October 2015, private rented sector landlords are required to have smoke alarms installed …