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Protecting the Powerhouse: Tracking Tips For Your Mechanical Room

Losing important dates for home appliances can be frustrating, but labels/stickers with serial numbers can help determine manufacture dates. Online resources like The Building Intelligence Center can also assist in decoding the age of mechanical units.

Sizzle Safely: Protecting Your Home While BBQing

To safely barbecue, place the grill on a level surface away from the house and hazards. Use the right tools, wear heat-resistant mitts, and keep a fire extinguisher nearby.

Dodge Dryer Disasters: Safety Tips from Sandbox

Dryer fires cause millions in damages annually, highlighting the need for safety. Professional installation/servicing, proper placement, and awareness of what not to dry are crucial for prevention.

Car Insurance 101: 10 Industry Terms You Need to Know

Navigating car insurance requires understanding key terms like depreciation, actual cash value, collision, comprehensive, and deductibles. Family protection is also important.

Out-of-the-Sandbox Coverage: Surprising Inclusions with Sandbox Mutual Insurance

Sandbox Mutual Insurance covers unexpected situations like accidents involving vehicles falling through ice, paint spills, and weather-related damages such as ice damming. They also offer compensation for labor if the insured party does the cleanup themselves.

15 Things You Should Do Around Your Home Before Going on Vacation

Before vacation, secure your home by locking doors/windows, arming security, and turning off the main water supply. Unplug items and use timers for lights to prevent hazards.

Ignite Your Safety Knowledge: A Sandbox Guide to Preventing Condo Fires

Condo fire safety requires following board rules, installing detectors, and having extinguishers. Knowing exits and handling BBQs/firepits per regulations are also key to prevention.

Light Up the Night: Navigating Firework Safety

The article provides firework safety tips, emphasizing local laws, safe locations, weather awareness, protective gear, and proper disposal. Attending public shows is the safest option.

Keeping it Simple: How-To Care for a Christmas Tree

To care for a Christmas tree, choose a healthy, green tree and place it away from heat sources and exits. Keep the tree well-watered and use appropriate lights to ensure it lasts.

Investing in Tomorrow's Leaders: Sask Girls United and Sandbox Leading the Way

Sandbox Mutual Insurance attended the IBAS Convention & AGM and donated $5,000 to Sask Girls United, which IBAS matched. This donation supports SGU's youth leadership and wellness programs.