CREIA San Diego + North County

Pool Safety In this image we see a cord that runs either to or from the submerged pool light. The hazards and potential for tragedy is unimaginable. Credit: Gunnar A.

From our CREIA TRIVIA last week: According to Asbestos.com "Asbestos use has declined significantly since the late 1970s, when the U.S. banned spray-on asbestos and several other uses. However, many older homes still contain asbestos."

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Like & Share this post! Home Safety Tips For Homeowners! The following safety tips have been compiled by CREIA-Certified Home Inspectors. In these series we wil...l share tips to improve safety around the home, and prevent smaller issues from becoming larger and more expensive. SMOKE ALARMS & CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS - Replace the batteries, or if more than ten years old, the alarms should be replaced due to age and reliability. Smoke alarms should be installed in every bedroom, in hallways outside bedrooms and on each level of the home. Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarms should be in the common hallways and on each level of a home.

Like & Share! HOME & SAFETY TIPS FOR OWNERS WATER HEATER - For tank-style water heaters, annual flushing is recommended to help remove the sediment that can ...build up in the bottom of the tank. For tankless water heaters, an annual flush with vinegar is recommended to remove scale build-up and improve water flow and efficiency. The vent on all water heaters should be checked for security. Water fittings and valves checked for corrosion, leaks or other problems. Confirmation should be made that the water heater is properly secured for seismic safety. See more

Like & Share! Home Safety Tips for Homeowners: ROOF/GUTTERS - Usually the homeowner is the first to know when there is a roof leak, or if gutters are not flowi...ng properly. If there are stains in the ceilings of the interior rooms, it is time to call a professional. Homeowner maintenance such as having all debris removed from the roof and gutters can go a long way to prolong the life of the roof and minimize the chance for leaks. See more