| | Listen 24/7 Presented by: | | The Welcome Mat Protecting your home and your family is a constant effort. But if you have the right equipment and know the right procedures, you can limit risk. In this edition of the Money Pit e-newsletter, you'll find tips on how to protect yourself fire, carbon monoxide and asbestos, as well as a chance to win a top-of-the-line security system. You can do-it-yourself, but you don't have to do-it-alone. This Issue Enter today to win up to $10,000 in prizes in Swann's Get Connected, Be Protected Sweepstakes! You could win 1 of 5 weekly Swann home security systems or the grand prize of a complete system, tablet, TV, and more. Visit Swann's Facebook page to get started. Plus, the more you share, the better your chances: for every friend that enters, you get 5 bonus entries! read more Studies have found that some smoke detectors will not sound the alarm in time to save your life because they are not sensitive enough to detect slow, smoldering fires. Traditional detectors, which rely on an ionization sensor, went off much too late in testing. But the good news is that the technology does exist to better detect smoke. read more Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that can form anywhere in your home. Learn the most common sources of carbon monoxide poisoning, such as heating systems and stoves, and find out why it's so important that they be cleaned and operated correctly. Get tips on installing a carbon monoxide meter to help protect you and your family. read more "We just had the ceiling tiles in our basement changed out by a contractor, and I asked him not to break up the old tiles in order to limit the dust exposure. However, I came back home to find out that he had indeed broken up the tiles. I'm worried that they may have contained asbestos. Was asbestos common in ceiling tiles in the late '80s, when my home was built?" read more Learn a quick and easy way to keep your fireplace screen clean and safe. Tree placement can cut down on energy costs as well as add beauty to your lawn. Find out how to keep your generator in top shape so you won't be left in the dark. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about eliminating water stains from the ceiling, wood stoves for heating, and more. read more Share This Information With A Friend! Simply forward this Email. And invite friends to register to receive this E-newsletter each week. If you would like to unsubscribe from our weekly newsletter, please refer to the unsubscribe directions at the bottom of this newsletter. | |
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