One of the most important aspects to home safety is the ability of first responders to find your home during an emergency. The house or apartment number must be visible both day and night. If a person is in a medical crisis or there is a fire or a break-in, you don’t want emergency personnel confused by a lack of house numbers. Go to the street in front of your home. Are your house numbers located in plain sight? Are they covered by plants? Have they faded over the years? Are numbers missing?

For ease of visibility, make sure that the numbers are large enough and contrast with the background. At night, make sure they have a light directed on them or they glow in the dark. Time is of the essence when you are in an emergency situation.

Make it easier for police, fire and medical personnel by checking this simple thing that could save valuable time and perhaps your life!