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Don't Panic, Be Prepared: Top Home Safety Picks
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items This is my list of the home safety products I swear by to make me feel a little more at ease. From well-stocked first aid kits to security systems, each of these has earned its spot because it works and it makes sense. I hope it helps you find a few ...
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Fire Protection
Carbon Monoxide
CPR-First Aid
Pets
Security
Fire Protection
I have one of these fire blankets in my kitchen and another one by the grill on the patio. They are easy to use and a must for home safety.
Klear Concepts 40 in. x 40 in. Fire Blanket 911411
Every home needs one of these. It’s also important to teach kids how to use them when they are the right age. Safety is important.
Kidde Basic Fire Extinguisher for Home, Residential 5BC
I think this is super important if you have a 2story home. Getting out during a fire is the most important. I keep this under my oldest bed in their room.
First Alert 14 ft. H Steel Fire Escape Ladder 375 lb. capacity Mfr# 1047153 - Ace Hardware
Its important for kids to know what to do in case of an emergency. This safety plan should be posted and reviewed with the whole family.
Fire Escape Plan | Family Safety Plan
Make sure your home has smoke detectors on every floor and close to bedrooms. It's so important.
First Alert Battery-operated Ionization Smoke Detector (2-Pack)
I love these mini fire extinguishers for small spaces. These also might be easier for kids to handle if they needed to.
Prepared Hero Mini Fire Extinguishers
Carbon Monoxide
I love these because I they plug in and I don’t have to worry about batteries. I also travel with the second one so I have one for Airbnb and hotel rooms.
First Alert 1042411 Plug-in Carbon Monoxide Detector (2-Pack)
This is another option for a portable carbon monoxide detector. I like these for home, the rv and to travel with.
Kidde Battery Powered CO Detector with LEDs
Please make sure your home has a carbon monoxide monitor. Its super important because you can't smell carbon monoxide.
First Alert SCO7CN Smoke & CO Detector
CPR-First Aid
I like this set because it has a both infant and adult masks and a case to keep them clean.
CPR Mask Combo Kit with 2 Valves, MCR
This is a must for any house with kids! I keep mine right on top of my refrigerator. Everybody knows where it is.
Portable Airway Suction Device - First Aid Kit
In an emergency, it's easy to forget things like how to perform CPR. This poster is a great reference to have around the house.
The Ultimate CPR Guide Canvas
This is my favorite first aid kit for home. I also love to grab this for long road trips and throw it in the car.
Premium 420 Piece Large First Aid Kit for Home
Did you know that you and your kids can take a first aid and cpr class online through the American Red Cross? I will be signing my family up to do this soon.
Adult, Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED Online | Red Cross
A burn kit is a good addition to any home first aid kit. People and kids get burned at home all the time, usually in the kitchen. Be safe.
EVERLIT Burn Kit with Waterproof Dressing
Pets
If you have pets, then you should have a pet specific first aid kit in the house. Get it before you need it.
ARCA PET Cat & Dog First Aid Kit for Travel
If you have pets, this two-sided magnet is a good reference for CPR and choking for dogs. I would have never thought about this before I had a puppy.
Dog Rescue-ready Reference Magnets: Dog CPR and Choking Maneuvers
This is a good safety thing to have at your front door or back door in your home. I'm getting one for my house today.
Save Our Pets Static Cling
Security
This is a great affordable option for home security. Even a simple set like this can really make a difference.
SimpliSafe - Indoor Home Security System (8-piece) - White
I love our ring doorbell. I like being able to see my front door at all times. Ring is great because you can get a wired doorbell or a battery operated one.
Ring Battery Doorbell, Satin Nickel, 2024
This is a great safe option that is hidden in a book. This one comes from a small business.
Custom Book Safe with Lock hidden storage secret book safe for valuables unique gift for book lovers home security safe combo lock gift
A small safe like this is a good investment in your safety. We use our save to keep important documents safe and easy to access.
Amazon Basics Steel Security Safe with Keypad
This safe is a little bigger and is helpful for larger families. It can also be used to store your firearms if you have any.
Hornady Fireproof 16 Gauge Safe | Academy
If you don't have room for a safe, a fire safe box like this a great option to keep documents safe from fire.
SentrySafe 0.25-cu ft Fireproof Safe box with Keyed Lock
Motion-activated flood lights are an affordable way to keep your house safer at night. People who would want to break in hate bright lights.
Lithonia Lighting 180 -Degree 25 -Wattage Equivalent Hardwired LED White 2 -Head Motion-Activated Flood Light 2700 -Lumen
Did you know that a garage door is a simple way for somebody to break in. This lock is well reviewed and easy to install. We always lock our garage door when we go away on trips.
YARDLOCK Keyless Garage Door Slider Lock, Yellow MBX-2023-SL-3ESF
If you work away from home and get packages delivered then a lock box for deliveries might be a good option.
Package Delivery Boxes for Outside