It’s October and it’s time to start thinking about winter fire safety preparation. Just last week, I heard our local radio station, KPCW interviewing Park City Fire District Marshal Mike Owens about winter fire safety. Some of Mike Owen’s key points included: 1.) Clear all excessive debris around the exterior of your house. This includes […]
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Danger of Sewage Water
Usually, we don’t spend a lot of time thinking about the danger of sewage water in the home. It rains and water goes where it should. You can be in danger of sewer water contact if large volumes of storm water and ground water entering sewage systems cause back-ups into basements and on to private […]
What are Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters?
Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI) are circuit breakers required for specific circuits throughout the home. They add an extra layer of protection against arcing conditions that could start fires at the electrical panel.Rather than only detecting overloads and short circuits—which simply shut off the breaker—AFCI breakers are always on the hunt for any type of […]
Things to do this 4th of July
Happy Independence Day! As we do with many holidays, the HomeTech Team has compiled a list of our favorite things to do this 4th of July in the Wasatch Back. Get out that picnic blanket, lawn chair and dress in red, white and blue to celebrate the Independence Day with your family and friends in […]
How to Prevent Rust at Home
In Utah, we got a lot of precipitation in the winter, followed by a wet spring. Moisture and metal can mean rust. This month, we have some tips on how to prevent rust at home. “Whenever you have iron, water, and oxygen together, you get rust. The main catalyst for rust to occur is water. […]
Where to find Sandbags in the Wasatch Back
We complied a list of all the places to find sandbags in your area. Many locations are self-serve, but if you need help, many communities offer services so the program is accessible to all. For planning purposes, it’s estimated that a full sandbag weighs around 40 lbs. In Summit County, sandbag pick-up has been set […]
