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  • Tornado Damage and Insurance Tips

    Tornado Damage and Insurance Tips

    Tornado damage is incredibly emotional. Here are some tips for staying safe during a tornado and beginning the process of putting things back together once the skies clear. Storms often bring rain and high winds, but sometimes we unfortunately get something even more severe. Tornadoes can cause a level of destruction that our area is…

  • Potential Hazards in Schools

    Potential Hazards in Schools

    Our kids spend a lot of time at school, so we want to make sure they aren’t exposed to anything while they’re there. Recently there has been a lot of talk in the news about hazards in our area schools. As this school district works to address these concerns, it’s important to recognize that these…

  • What is Fentanyl Contamination?

    What is Fentanyl Contamination?

    You’ve probably heard about Fentanyl, but did you know that it can contaminate your home? Fentanyl is an extremely potent drug that you’ve probably heard about in the news. A narcotic, Fentanyl has seen a great deal of abuse over the last few years and is even mixed into other illicit drugs to increase the…

  • Pet Safety Tips for the Holidays

    Pet Safety Tips for the Holidays

    The holidays aren’t just full of excitement and wonder for us, with all of these new and shiny decorations, our pets are just as captivated. Help your pets enjoy the holidays from a safe distance with these Pet Safety Tips! The holiday season is upon us, and for pet owners, it simply would not be…

  • Hazards Associated With Remodeling!

    Hazards Associated With Remodeling!

    At First a Remodeling Project can seem simple, but what Hazards do you need to be wary of? At first it seems like a simple project, you may want to replace some windows, repair a soft spot in a floor, or replace plaster with drywall… Of course, as we all know, what seems like a…

  • Snow Blower Safety Tips

    Snow Blower Safety Tips

    Whether Mother Nature brings several feet of snow or only an inch, improperly using your snow blower can result in serious injury. Here are some tips for safely clearing your driveways, sidewalks, and paths! Snow blowers are a great convenience, but used improperly can result in serious injury. Stay safe while snow blowing this winter…

  • Fire Extinguisher Tips and Preparedness!

    Fire Extinguisher Tips and Preparedness!

    A Fire Extinguisher is an invaluable addition to any home. Here we discuss what you should look for and what you should do! Fire Extinguishers…What You Need to Know! At Disaster Blaster, we often deal with Smoke and Fire Clean-Up and Restoration. Many of these disasters could have been minimized or avoided altogether if the…

  • The Importance of Having an Appropriate Safety Plan

    The Importance of Having an Appropriate Safety Plan

    Many home owners design a safety plan in the event that something should happen, such as fire, but did you know that your plan could change depending on what happens? Here we go over some common safety plans and how different damages may impact your safety plan! Having a plan in an emergency situation seems…

  • Turkey Fryer Safety Tips!

    Turkey Fryer Safety Tips!

    Turkey Frying is becoming increasingly popular, but unfortunately this cooking method is not without risk. Here are some safety tips for Turkey Frying this holiday! While roasted turkey is the more traditional preparation for Thanksgiving, turkey frying is becoming increasingly popular for its ability to produce a juicy and tasty bird! Unfortunately, this cooking method…

  • Space Heater Safety Tips

    Space Heater Safety Tips

    There’s nothing like warming your feet in front of a space heater on a cold day. Before you get warm and toasty however, there are some safety concerns to consider. With these cold temperatures, many people are using space heaters to keep warm. While they’re a great source of supplemental heat, they can represent a…