As the weather warms, we are seeing more instances of water damage from sewage or septic backups in the home. Not only is this a very unpleasant source of damage, but it is also extremely hazardous due to the contaminants in the water coming back from your septic system or sewage lines. Since this is a very undesirable situation, read on to learn more about how to protect your home from this type of loss and what to do if it does happen to you. 

We discussed cooking safety last month because there is so much food preparation for Thanksgiving. Now that we are moving on with the rest of the holiday season, we also want to share decorating tips to ensure a safe and festive season.

Holidays are a time for gathering and celebrating, and food often plays a central role. There was a recent story in the news about a couple who died in their Roswell apartment due to an unattended cooking fire. Cooking fires are the most common source of household fires today so here are some essential safety tips to keep in mind while cooking a feast for friends and family during the holidays.

October is Fire Prevention Month. We are going to take this opportunity to review key steps you need to take to keep your family and friends protected from the risk of injury or worse from a household fire. There are millions of household fires each year. These fires result in fatalities and injuries that affect children and elderly adults the most. Property damage includes the home, personal belongings and financial hardship. According to the National Fire Prevention Association, house fires caused $6.9 billion in property damage in a five-year period. Common causes of household fires are cooking, heating equipment, electrical malfunctions and smoking. Ways to protect your home and family from this include the steps recommended here.

Did you know there is a holiday called Weather Complaint Day? We hear people complaining about weather related issues almost every day of the year so never thought about a single day dedicated to this. Weather can be a topic of endless discussion, and often, it's the source of many complaints. The most common complaints are extreme heat, freezing temperatures, too much or too little rain and sudden, unexpected weather changes.

Water damage can be caused by many different things, like faulty plumbing, wear and tear causing leaks, burst pipes, etc. Many of those sources cannot easily be predicted, but flooding from external sources not only can be predicted but can be prevented if you know how to take the proper steps to protect your home from flood damage. 

At this time of the year in Georgia, your air conditioner is running full blast all day and night. A leak from your HVAC system can be a nuisance, but it's important to address it quickly to prevent further damage to your home. Here is what you need to do.