Without a doubt, the fire-prevention in your home is on the list of top priorities, and maybe this has crossed your mind while watching the fire-related tragedies recently in the news. So how can you make sure that your home is constructed in a fire safe manner?

While carrying out our inspections, one thing we always want to be aware of, is if there are firewalls properly installed in the home. Although you may have heard of firewalls within a computer's operating system, you may not be as familiar with the firewalls within your home. These firewalls should be built to contain or reduce the damage of a fire within your home by installing fire-resistant material within certain walls, ceilings, or roofs. This is a crucial step, but along with the construction of these walls, also comes the installation of cables or pipes running through these firewalls.

In these cases, the step of placing firestops is crucial. Firestops are designed to fill in the gaps or holes that are made in a firewall because of things running through them. While checking if a home has firestops, we also inspect the quality or effectiveness of them.
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If there are any doubts, we are here to answer any questions, because with fire safety it's always worth another look.

​Trampolines are a lot of fun and great exercise. You may have one in your own back yard, and while its mainly children who use them, adults enjoy them too. Its easy to see the fun that can come from owning a trampoline, buts its also important to be aware of the dangers as well. Trampolines can be extremely hazardous if used in the wrong way.


To keep as safe as you can when using a trampoline, make sure that children are supervised. Of course, jumping on a trampoline with your friends is more fun, but its a lot more dangerous, so only one person at a time should be using it.


It is advised to keep your trampoline in a well lit area, as this enables the person jumping to clearly see where they are landing.


Every safety precaution should be taken to make sure your trampoline is safe to use at your home. Just think about how terrible you would feel if someone was injured due to lack of safety. A safety net is a good way to keep children from landing on the hard ground. Covering any visible framework and springs with padding is also a good idea.


Try to have the trampoline kept on a more spongy like floor such as wood chips.


Trampolines make even the most unfit among us imagine we can act like a professional gymnast without seeing any repercussions. Serious head and neck injuries could, and have resulted from bad landings on a trampoline. Be very cautious and think twice before attempting something like this.


If you have a trampoline in your yard, be careful not to let anyone misuse it. We all want to have fun and enjoy them, but remember to stay safe.