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Many homeowners tend to focus on layout, floor plans, and architecture after buying their properties. However, safety features are a critical component of any residential building, so overlooking them is probably a bad idea. You may not enjoy quality time with your family if security threats are not addressed. Here are a few essential safety features to have in your home.
Smart thermostats can boost safety at home while increasing your overall comfort. The device regulates temperature to prevent extreme fluctuations, which may be necessary to protect your home from frozen pipes and overheating.
Installing a fire extinguisher in your home is a smart safety investment to reduce fire risks. The equipment enables you to quench or suppress outbreaks before the emergency department arrives. You must set up your extinguisher in visible and easy-to-reach areas. Inspect them annually to verify the locking pin is intact, the tamper seal is safe, and that the pressure gauge lies in the operable range. When you move into a new home with fewer extinguishers, consider placing additional ones throughout the building to maximise safety.
Ideally, all staircases should have a secure handrail that allows for easy gripping; they are important even for one- or two-step transitions from one part of the home to another. Providing handrails will allow you to control access, aid mobility, and boost safety for kids and older adults. Moreover, ignoring them could be a major mistake, as there are strict legal requirements around their installation. Likewise, they could make the difference between life and death. For example, in case of a missed footing, a trip, or loss of balance, handrails could prevent fatal injuries. Therefore, consider consulting railing companies to provide secure options for your home. These experts will ensure your handrail installation complies with safety standards, so keep this in mind.
Home insurance is also a great safety feature not to ignore. Insuring your home may help protect it against damage and robbery or burglary. Depending on the policy you choose, it may cover natural disasters, too. Consider your local environment and weigh the risks of hurricanes, flooding, tornadoes, and other natural threats to safety. You may require additional insurance to cover these disasters, so feel free to consider this. While at it, develop an escape plan for emergencies, including fire, dangerous weather, and other events that can compromise your home’s safety. This will help everyone understand what to do to stay safe in the worst-case scenarios.
Security lighting doesn’t only impact your home’s curb appeal; it keeps the bad guys at bay and makes the property safer. Studies show poor interior illumination can cause slips and falls, particularly for those aged 60 and above. If your home lacks good lighting in the hallways, corners, and rooms, you should address this as soon as possible. Security lighting, like motion sensor lights, may be worth adding to your home safety checklist, so keep this in mind.
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