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Signs of spring are starting to pop up all around us: birds singing as they return north, the sun rising earlier and earlier in the morning, the fresh scent of growing plants when you open the window. However, the change of season is never completely [...]

While LCBS has previously covered the steps to take to prevent an electrical fire in the home, with the season changing, it’s a good time for a refresher. Most electrical fires are caused by means that could have been prevented by following proper precautions. This [...]

Temporary fencing, also known as portable fencing, is a popular, cost-effective solution when you need a fence for a short time, such as for a one-time event, and therefore don’t need to install permanent fencing. Temporary fencing can be a helpful means of planning an [...]

After an emergency, board-up services are often an essential component to protect your property. Emergency board-up services involve installing wooden boards over broken or missing windows and doors. This prevents additional damage to the building from the elements, moisture, intruders, or animals. By utilizing board-up [...]

When a flood strikes, whether it’s caused by intense storms or by a pipe bursting inside a residence, the results can be devastating. Water can cause severe damage, and the longer the water is left before being cleared, the more extensive the damage can be. [...]

When a strong storm, fire, or other disaster strikes, ruining your windows or doors, you can’t always immediately have them replaced. Emergency board-up services can be a lifesaver in this situation. This option is available in the aftermath of a storm, fire or water damage, [...]

It’s always a relief to say goodbye to winter and usher in the milder days of spring. However, the thawing cycle of spring can bring with it problems for your building or unearth issues that developed over the winter. By performing frequent maintenance and inspection [...]

The kitchen is often the center of the home, but many potential fire hazards are lurking there. While some fires can’t be easily prevented, there are steps you can take to make your kitchen a safer place. These are easy fixes that can significantly decrease [...]

If your home catches fire, the most important concern is always safety. The fire department can extinguish the fire safely. Unless it is very small and contained, you can easily be injured by flames, heat, smoke, or falling debris. Once the fire department leaves, however, [...]

Home fires are reported nearly every minute and a half in the United States.  These reported fires vary in size; sometimes the difference only being how prepared the homeowner was prior to the outbreak of the disaster. It is important that you arm yourself with [...]