10 Must-Know Safety Tips for Homeowners

Avoid common household dangers and protect yourself and your family from unexpected risks.

No matter how careful you are as a homeowner, any house is filled with objects and devices that present opportunities for harm, especially when there are kids and pets around. Is your home as safe as it could be?

An estimated 93,200 unintentional injury-related deaths happened in 2013, according to the National Safety Council’s 2015 edition of its book Injury Facts.

In honor of National Fire Prevention Month, we’re rounding up some of the top household dangers — some potentially fatal — and 10 easy fixes that can add an extra layer of safety to your house.

Follow these easy fixes to help keep you, your family, your pets and your guests safe. Help keep your home appliances running safely by scheduling a check-up from a Sears Appliance Expert.