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Before You Leave Your Kenai Home….

February 6, 2013 By Glenda Feeken

Kenai hands-homeThe last thing you want to do while you’re on a trip is to worry about someone burglarizing your Kenai home. Use this checklist to add some peace of mind to your travel plans.

  • Ask a trusted friend – to pick up your mail and newspaper and keep the yard free of trash and advertisements.
  • Stop your mail but maybe not your newspaper – you can easily handle this online by going to the US Postal Service’s Hold Mail Service. A recent story implicated an employee from a major newspaper who was passing customer hold requests to burglars.
  • Don’t post about your trip on Facebook and Twitter until you return – some burglars actually look for this type of announcement to schedule their activities.
  • Do your neighborhood watch – especially if you’re going to be gone for more than just a few days. Let your monitoring service know when you’ll be gone and if someone will be checking on your home for you.
  • Light timers make it look like someone is home – use several set for different times to better simulate someone at home.
  • Do unplug certain appliances – TVs, computers, toaster ovens that use electricity even when they’re off and to protect them from power surges.
  • Don’t hide a key – burglars know exactly where to look for your key and it only takes them a moment to check under the mat, above the door, in the flower pot or in a fake rock.

These easy-to-handle suggestions may protect your belongings while you’re gone while adding a level of serenity to your trip.

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Soldotna Real Estate Update :: New Listing

January 16, 2013 By Glenda Feeken

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Soldotna Real Estate: 47145 Tobacco Lane Soldotna, AK 99669

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Home Safety & Security Tips

January 11, 2013 By Glenda Feeken

securityA quick once-over of the items on this list may improve the safety and security of your home and could protect your family and friends. It is important to periodically pay attention to these things because things change over time.

 

Security

  • Does each exterior door have a deadbolt?
  • Does the lock on each window work?
  • Have you added pins or clips to your windows for additional security?
  • Do you have dowels or broom sticks in the track of windows and sliding glass doors?
  • Do you have security company labels or signs displayed prominently?
  • Do you have an alarm system? Is the system monitored?
  • Do you have a dog that barks when strangers approach the home?
  • Are emergency numbers posted near the telephones?

Fire

  • Do you have smoke detectors near all sleeping areas?
  • Do you check the batteries monthly and change them annually?
  • Do you have two carbon monoxide detectors?
  • Do you have an escape ladder for upper floors?
  • Do you have fire extinguishers near exits and in the kitchen?
  • Do you have an emergency escape plan and is the family familiar with it?
  • Are any outlets or switches warm to the touch?
  • Are kitchen ventilation systems working properly?
  • Is the dryer ventilated to the outside and is the exhaust free of lint?
  • Is the furnace cleaned and serviced yearly?
  • Is the space around the hot water heater clear of combustible materials?

Falls

  • Are all electrical and phone cords out of the flow of traffic?
  • Are rugs and runners slip resistant?
  • Is your step-stool sturdy and in good condition?
  • Are stairs clear of objects that could cause a fall?
  • Are all entrance ways, exits, halls and walks well lighted?
  • Do bath tubs and showers have non-skid strips or suction mats in them?

Other

  • Do you keep drugs and medicines out of reach and sight of small children?
  • Are interior doors designed so small children cannot lock themselves in rooms?
  • Are pool and play areas fenced to keep small children in and uninvited guests out?
  • Are firearms kept out of reach and sight of children?
  • Is a well-stocked first aid kit available for emergencies?
  • Is there one member of your family trained in first aid, CPR and the Heimlich maneuver?

Filed Under: Out and About in Kenai, Team Feeken Tagged With: Glenda Feeken, Kenai Homes, Kenai Real Estate, Soldotna Real Estate, Team Feeken

Soldotna Real Estate Update :: New Listing

January 10, 2013 By Glenda Feeken

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Soldotna Real Estate: 39470 Hallelujah Court Soldotna, AK 99669, 35806 Kokanee Avenue Soldotna, AK 99669, L7 DEVELOPER Circle Soldotna, AK 99669, 35806 Kokanee Avenue Soldotna, AK 99669

Sterling Real Estate: 29106 BING Drive Sterling, AK 99672

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Sterling Real Estate Update :: Price Reduction

January 9, 2013 By Glenda Feeken

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38275 Breezewood Drive Sterling, AK 99672

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Protect Your Kenai Home :: Change The Locks

December 21, 2012 By Glenda Feeken

locks

There are times when you need to change the locks on your Kenai home to protect your family and possessions. It should always be considered when you move into a new Kenai home; when keys are lost, stolen or unreturned; or a cleaning or other service provider hasn’t returned the key.

Replacing the lockset would give you a totally new mechanism that should work better and if you go back with the same manufacturer, you’ll probably avoid any carpentry. You can order the locks online and have them work with the same key at no extra charge.

Another alternative is to have a locksmith rekey them. The locksmith can easily make all of the locks work with the same key. Compare the cost and decide which would be a better expenditure.

While you’re considering your security, a key safe might be a very convenient addition. Most makers say that it is much easier to break into a home than a key safe. The cost is reasonable and you can attach it to your exterior wall. Generally, they’re combination locks that would allow you access if you or another family member forgot their key. It’s also convenient to give a house keeper the combination and can be easily changed if necessary.

 

Filed Under: Kenai Real Estate News, Out and About in Kenai Tagged With: Homes For Sale in Kenai, kenai, Kenai Homes, Kenai Homes For Sale

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