When buying a house, many first time homebuyers don’t realize there is a lot more to worry about than mortgage payments. Whether you are living alone, with a partner or spouse, or with a family and kids, dangers and safety concerns are lurking around every corner. As daunting as these dangers might sound, avoiding them and keeping your family safe is as easy and being informed and staying prepared.
To get started, the following infographic details some of the most common safety concerns present in an average home and the steps you can take to avoid them. You can rest assured knowing that your family is familiar with safety procedures and will know what to do in the event of an emergency situation.
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Co-founder and Vice President of SearchRank, responsible for many of the day to day operations of the company. She is also founder of The Arizona Builders’ Zone, a construction / home improvement portal.