February 2nd, 2017
It’s true; crime rates are dropping. The number of armed robberies, for example, has dramatically decreased over the last few years. But breaking and entering, as well as burglary, continue to rise, according to numbers from the Australian Bure...
Read MoreJanuary 31st, 2017
It’s amazing how many home security blunders people make, despite the person thinking they’re following the guidelines perfectly. Even the most stringent of common sense approaches can fall down if you’re not prepared for an intruder, and a...
Read MoreJanuary 15th, 2017
Pet-proofing your home is hardly a new concept. Certain pets are prone to certain destructive tendencies, and even a well-trained animal can still make a mistake from time to time. When it comes to screen doors, claw marks can certainly build up ...
Read MoreJanuary 3rd, 2017
If safety and living happily and peacefully is your top priority when you’re looking for a new place to live, then read on. We’ve compiled the safest suburbs in Brisbane to live in, providing you and your family with the protection and happines...
Read MoreNovember 2nd, 2016
In the heat of summer, your air conditioning prices can go up as much as the thermometer does. This is doubly true in climates with muggy humidity and long heat waves that can extend from the springtime into the autumn. This raises the question...
Read MoreOctober 25th, 2016
When a fire starts in your home, you might only have 2 minutes to escape - or worse, it cold claim your life. Because of this, it’s incredibly important you’re properly prepared in the event of a house fire and employ simple safety precaut...
Read MoreOctober 13th, 2016
The kitchen is the number one spot in the home where children are most at risk of getting injured or sick. Incidents such as kitchen knife accidents, burn injuries, and even contracting food-borne illnesses, can require hospitalisation. In fac...
Read MoreSeptember 28th, 2016
Unfortunately for pet owners, the your pet door is a convenient access to the home for more than just your cat or dog. To potential burglars, this door is also an opportunity to access the home. They might not fit through the door itself, of cour...
Read MoreSeptember 14th, 2016
For peace of mind, many people install “nanny cams” inside their homes to keep an eye on things while they’re away. It might be because they want the added assurance the babysitter is doing their job while the parents are out for the even...
Read MoreJuly 28th, 2016
Your garage or shed can serve as home to numerous expensive items, from gardening equipment to power and hand tools, to bicycles to pool tables and even motor vehicles. It’s therefore no surprise that garages and sheds can be a haven for burgla...
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