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Don’t Let Your Dryer Turn Into a Fire Hazard: Expert Advice from EMC Security
At EMC Security, we know that fire safety is a top concern for homeowners, regardless of whether you live in an old or new home. In fact, yesterday at…
How to Test Your Smoke Detectors to Ensure They Are Working
Smoke detectors play a crucial role in protecting your home and loved ones from the dangers of fire. Regular testing of your smoke detectors is essential to ensure they…
Importance of Working Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors are devices that are installed in a home for the purpose of detecting smoke, which occurs when there is an increase in temperature. This is important because…
Why You Need Fire Monitoring More Than You Realize
A fire can happen in an instant. A spark ignites into a flame; a flame erupts into a blaze; a lifetime of memories and hard work goes up in…
Fire Safety for Pets
Our pets are part of the family and are just as vulnerable to fire as we are. Below are a few tips to protect them in case of fire:…
Monitored Smoke Detector vs. Other Smoke Detectors
When considering your smoke detector, sometimes it’s challenging identifying the difference between smoke alarms. It’s our goal to clear any questions you may have when it comes to which…
Why Fire Monitoring Can Be More Important than Intrusion Protection
A fire can happen in an instant. A spark ignites into a flame; a flame erupts into a blaze; a lifetime of memories and hard work goes up in…
How to Use Your Fire Extinguisher
Every Moment Counts. Especially when there’s a fire. Criminals are selective about what they take, but a fire takes it all. It’s important to have the proper equipment in…
Home Fire Safety Tips
The room was fully ablaze in 3 minutes. A recent Good Morning America investigation demonstrated how much more vulnerable today’s modern home is to fire than its older counterparts.…
Don’t Miss These Essential Home Safety Items
Be prepared for any emergency with these must-have items in your home. Smart-lock Replace the ordinary deadbolt on your door with a smart lock to access your home using…
EMC Security Saved Our Home From Fire
Most Common Causes of Home Fires In 2019, fire departments in the U.S. responded to an estimated 361,500 home fires. These fires caused roughly 2,870 deaths and 12,700 reported…
The Best Fire Extinguisher – and How to Use It
Every Moment Counts. Especially when there’s a fire. Criminals are selective about what they take, but a fire takes it all. It’s important to have the proper equipment in…
Safety at Home – Your Kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of the home, but when you break it down, it’s full of sharp knives, hot surfaces, heavy appliances, and breakables. Below is a list…
Safety at Home – How Safe is Your Bedroom?
The average American spends almost eight hours sleeping every day. Since most people slumber in their bedrooms, make sure it’s safe and sound. Below are ways to keep your…
Did you know your DRYER can start a fire?
When a fire started in the home of a customer in Jefferson, Georgia, EMC Security immediately received an alert and contacted the customer — who was on her way…
5 Tips to Discourage the Spread of Fire in Your Home
The room was fully ablaze in 3 minutes. A recent Good Morning America investigation demonstrated how much more vulnerable today’s modern home is to fire than its older counterparts.…
10 Ways to Prevent Electrical Accidents
Hundreds of Americans die in electricity-related accidents. Thousands more are badly hurt. 10 electrical safety reminders to keep you and your family safe Never touch anything electrical with wet…
How to Create a Fire Escape Plan
If there is a fire in your house, your ability to get out depends on the reliability of your fire alarm system and proper planning. Below are tips from…
EMC Security Monitors Smoke Detectors at No Additional Cost
When it comes to home security, fire is often an afterthought — but it shouldn’t be. According to the NFPA, a home fire is reported every 90 seconds in…