1. Some people still practice “ Spring Cleaning ”. Now that spring is here, people tend to perform an intense cleaning of their homes. Some even put “winter carpets” away in exchange for “spring carpets”. Through cleaning and moving rugs and furniture, there will be a lot of dust in your home. Be sure to clean your smoke , CO , and gas protectors . Vacuuming or using a can of compressed air can do this. If you would like it professionally done, please contact ATP Alarms.

2. Go over your safety plan with your family . A safety plan will cover what to do if there is a fire. If you have young children, it is important that they understand what to do in case of an emergency. This is also a good time to go over your home security system with your youngsters. You should explain: how to arm the alarm, how to disarm the alarm, the passwords, and also the necessary panic codes. If there are any questions regarding a proper safety plan or how to use your home security system, call ATP Alarms .

3. When spring arrives, homeowners tend to do more and more yard work. This is a common occurrence and thieves are ready to capitalize on expensive items being left outside. Be sure to lock up any yard equipment . If you have a shed, ATP Alarms can add a motion detector or door contact to further protect your home. Need a fire extinguisher; we’ve got all shapes and sizes.

4. With the nicer weather, shrubs and trees will begin to grow. Be sure to landscape around the back of your home . Thieves prefer homes that have overgrown bushes that offer some type of concealment. By keeping the bushes and trees trimmed and proper, thieves will have nowhere to hide.

5. If you have a pool, make sure that you have a proper notification system for your doors leading outside. Although your cover will still be on, it is still a danger to young children or those that do not know how to swim. Some states require this type of notification system. Regardless of your local rules and regulations, it is a good idea to have some type of notification system in place. This means a chime through your alarm system or an independent notification system.

These are only some life safety tips on how to prepare for the spring. If you have any questions or if you are interested any life safety services, please do call ATP Alarms for a free consultation.

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