July Newsletter

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Fires In The Kitchen

Your hungry family is home, and all the ingredients are on the kitchen countertop. All that’s left to do is cook the meal. But before you light the burner or preheat the oven, remind yourself that the kitchen is where most fires in the home start. Remember the following tips so your kitchen stays free of fire hazards.

http://learningcenter.statefar​m.com/residence/safety-1/kitch​en-fire-safety/

Protect Your Roof

Wind, rain, sun, heat and cold – every day your roof is exposed to the elements, and their damaging effects can diminish your home’s value and impact your family’s quality of life. Performing an annual roof inspection will help keep your home and property well protected all year long.

http://learningcenter.statefar​m.com/residence/maintenance/ev​aluating-the-condition-of-your​-roof/

Prevent Water Damage In Your Home

Keep roof, valleys, gutters and downspouts free from buildup of laves, twigs and other litter preventing proper drainage. Proper roof and eave ventilation may help extend the life of the roof by reducing the buildup of heat and moisture in the attic.

Prevent Water Damage In Your Home

The first signs of water damage might seem trivial: a drip here, a drop there, nothing that can’t be dried with a towel. But warnings like water stains on the ceilings or a leak under the kitchen sink can lead to real problems like a weakened roof or rotten floorboards. A burst pipe can damage your furniture and other personal possessions, and flooding can very quickly lead to problems with mold.

http://learningcenter.statefarm.com/residence/maintenance/preventing-water-damage-in-your-home/

Find Air Leaks & Drafts

Find Air Leaks & Drafts: Doors and windows are the most likely sources of air leaks. To find them, wait for a windy day, then slowly move a lighted candle, smoke pencil, or incense stick around window and door frames.

http://www.hometips.com/diy-how-to/drafts-air-leaks-finding.html

Home Care Tips

Check Out Gardens Home Management Services Home Care Tips Section of our website!

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