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If you or someone in your family is unsteady, install support bars. These can help you get off the toilet and stabilize you in the shower. Also, consider a shower chair if standing for long periods of time is difficult. #HomeTips #VHLtips #BathroomSafety

Water and electricity do not mix. Test your GFCI outlets at least once a month, and if you don't have them in your bathroom, call an electrician to see if your home is ready for installation since GFCIs can prevent electrocution. #HomeSafety #VHLtips #Homeowners

Have a little one in your home? Make sure to never leave them unattended in the bathroom, and use a toilet lock to keep toddlers from getting into a dangerous situation or using your toilet as a garbage. #VHLtips #BathroomSafety #HomeSafety

January is National Bath Safety Month! Prevent scalding by filling the bath with cold water and adding hot water to it. Also, consider turning down your hot water heater to 120 degrees, which is hot enough to kill diseases but not burn. #VHLtips #BathSafety #HomeSafety

It's National Radon Action Month. This gas is radioactive and is one of the leading causes of lung cancer. Be safe and get your home checked for this gas. Also, always make sure to get a radon test when buying a home. #NationalRadonActionMonth #VHLtips #HomeSafety

Mind your pets in your driveway during the winter. Your car may leak anti-freeze, and even pet-safe ice melt can make your dog sick. Always be careful when walking your pets and wipe their paws when they come inside. #VHLtips #WinterTips #PetSafety #MondayMotivation

If you're planning on doing DIY work this year, be prepared with the tools of the trade. Get gloves, goggles, heavy boots, and always use the right tools for the project. When in doubt, call a #homeserviceprofessional. #VHLtips #NewYear2023 #WeekendWisdom

Home Resolutions for 2023: Make the first Saturday of every month Smoke Alarms Saturday, as the NFPA suggests. Check that your smoke alarms are working, replace the batteries when needed, and make sure your detector is in date. (They have expiration dates!) #VHLtips #NewYears

Home Resolutions for 2023: Cut your energy consumption (and your bills!) by installing a programmable thermostat. This allows you to lower the temperature while you're sleeping or out of the house. Set your temp one degree lower for eight hours to save $$$. #VHLtips #NewYears2023

Home Resolutions for 2023: Clean your dryer exhaust vent (at the back of your dryer) at least once a year. Dryers with lint buildup take longer to dry clothes and can lead to home fires. Not sure how to do this? Call a #HomeServicePro. #VHLtips #NewYears2023

Home Resolutions of 2023: Keep your insurance policy up to date. Review it once a year, and give your carrier or agent a call. They'll ask questions to make sure you have the coverage you need for the year ahead. #VHLtips #NewYears2023 #InsurancePolicy

Home Resolution for 2023: Finish your home inventory. Make a detailed list of your possessions, add the serial or model number, the item's value, purchase date, and receipt. Keep a digital copy in the vipHomeLink app! Get more tips in our vipBlog! #VHLtips bit.ly/3Ta4rb0

This week, we're bringing you the Home Resolutions for 2023 that will keep your home healthy all year long! Today's resolution: Clean or replace your furnace or HVAC filters as per manufacturer's instructions. It's generally once every three months. #VHLtips #NewYears #HomeTips

Cooking today? Follow the usual #CookingSafety tips. Don't leave food out for more than two hours. Don't rush preparedness, and make sure to keep a three-foot safe space around your cooking area. #HolidaysAtHome #VHLtips #HappyHolidays

Candles are lovely accents to the season, but they can also be dangerous. Always extinguish a candle when leaving the room, and don't place a lit candle near anything flammable. That includes presents, trees, and curtains. #VHLtips #WeekendWisdom #Holidays2022

Making your famous sugar or gingerbread cookies this year? Refrain from eating the dough. (We know! We like it, too.) It's not just the uncooked eggs. Flour can also have harmful bacteria. Instead, wait for the finished product. #Cookies #HolidaySeason #VHLtips #Holidays2022

It's the longest night of the year. Check all your outdoor fixtures to make sure you're all set, and if you're still putting up decorations, practice ladder safety. Only use your ladder on solid, even footing, and never reach. #VHLtips #OutdoorFun #Holidays2022

Stack firewood away from your home, on concrete or a dry area, and with a waterproof cover. That'll keep it in peak condition for your fireplace. Also, before you bring the wood indoors, check it for bugs and other unwanted pests. #VHLtips #Wintertips #Fireplace

Keep one eye on your space heater. Incidents with pets and children can lead to a housefire, so as inconvenient as it might be - if you're not in the room, turn the space heater off. Also, turn it off before you go to sleep. #VHLtips #Heating #WinterTips

Getting ready to cook this holiday? Organize your spice rack. This way, when you're getting your ingredients ready to make those famous sugar or gingerbread cookies, you'll know where everything is. #HomeOrganization #VHLtips #HolidayCookies #HolidaySeason #Holidays2022