In the United Kingdom, more than 200,000 individuals are bitten by dogs each year and roughly 6,000 of those require medical attention. In fact, dog bites cost the NHS more than £3 million each year.
Year: 2015
Preventing Gas Dangers in Your Home
A new study conducted by the Gas Safe Register found that 30,000 UK homes are at risk of gas dangers, such as fires, gas leaks and explosions, during the summer months. Nearly one-third of the homes at risk were exposed to carbon monoxide leaks. While 19 per cent of homeowners claim to not use their gas boilers during the summer, the majority of at-risk homes are in danger due to their homeowners misunderstanding how boilers work.
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5 Tips for Better Garden Security
Gardens can be a point of pride for homeowners - they can include beautiful arrangements of flowers and ornate bushes and trees, as well as delectable vegetables. The valuable tools and equipment needed to maintain the health and appearance of your garden are most likely stored in a garden shed. Yet, nearly 25 per cent of homeowners fail to properly secure the outbuilding.