The summer season is fast approaching. With\nmost Connecticut schools commencing the academic year in the coming weeks –\nthat means more kids home (again) from school and families planning\nrecreational activities to do outside. This summer, as life returns to normal\nand more locations lift COVID restrictions, it\u2019s important to ensure your home\nis operating efficiently and safely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are a few things you\u2019ll want to consider\nthis summer for ultimate safety. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s important for postal carriers that your\nmailbox is in working order so they can leave all of the mail for you to safely\nretrieve it. If you notice worn and rusted hinges or it\u2019s damaged in any way\nnow\u2019s a great time to replace it. While you\u2019re there, check that your home\u2019s\naddress numbers are visible so that deliveries can be made promptly and more\nimportantly so first responders can find your house in the case of an\nemergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It goes without saying that keeping your lawn\nwell maintained is a must in the summer months. Letting your grass grow long\nand wild can be a blight issue in some towns and it can also create potential\nareas for intruders to get in. While you\u2019re trimming back branches and cutting\nthe grass- be sure to pull any debris out of the gutters and repair any damaged\nfencing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Outdoor security cameras are a great tool for thwarting theft. During the winter months, they can become dirty or damaged. Be sure they are in working order this summer and that the batteries have been replaced. If there are spider webs or other debris blocking the camera view, be sure to clear it all away so your home is always being monitored as intended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The summer months are a great time to have fuel-burning appliances serviced and cleaned for the year as they will get a rest during the warm season and technicians will have the chance to inspect and replace any worn parts without disrupting your day-to-day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether you enjoy hosting company over at your house during the summer season or your children have friends over – it\u2019s important to establish rules for safety at your home. This includes no unattended swimmers in the pool, trampoline safety, and using the appropriate sunscreen and bug protection while outdoors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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