Homeowner Safety

Ensuring that work done in your home is done safely by contractors with the appropriate qualifications and permits is important, as is proper maintenance. Review our homeowner-focused tips and if you are worried about a hazard in your home created by an unlicensed contractor, report it to us!

Recent Blog Posts

Ask a Safety Officer: Outdoor electrical safety

21 June 2021

Looking to renovate your outdoor living space? Our electrical safety officer covers common outdoor electrical safety hazards and how to avoid them.

Ask a safety officer: gas and electrical flood safety

19 February 2021

Safety officer tips on how to prepare your home or workplace if a flood is imminent.

Decorating for the holidays? Stay safe with our top 10 tips

8 December 2020

Stringing up lights is a great way to get ready for the holidays, but before you start on your decor, review our electrical safety tips.

Do you have these 3 common causes of electrical fire in your home?

8 December 2020

Overloaded power bars, heaters near combustible materials and copper-only devices on aluminum wiring are just a few shocking electrical hazards that could be lurking around your home.

Space heater safety guide: 6 must know tips

8 December 2020

Though space heaters are easy to use, they also pose some hazards if not used correctly. Consider these precautions when pulling out a space heater or purchasing a new one.