- Call Before You Dig, Ohio OUPS - Before undertaking any project that involves digging with a back hoe or by hand with a shovel, on any property, public or private be sure to call the Ohio utilities telephone number. OUPS @ 811 OR 1-800-362-2764 Apply online for the locating service using the e-dig application. You must give 48 hours notice. OUPS will [...]Read More about Call Before You Dig, Ohio OUPS
- Garage Door Opener Adjustment - The safety switches on garage door openers should be checked regularly, especially if there are young children or pets in or near the home. To check the safety, start by operating the switch to bring the door down. Put your hands under the door and push-up against the bottom edge. The door should offer very [...]Read More about Garage Door Opener Adjustment
- Hot Water Temperature Settings - Take a moment and check the thermostat on your water heater. This is particularly important if there are children or elderly folks in the home. To check the temperature of the water, place a cooking thermometer in the stream of hot water coming from a faucet. The hot water temperature should not be above 125 [...]Read More about Hot Water Temperature Settings