Whether you’re in the midst of moving or have just settled into a new home, you’re probably too busy swimming in unpacked boxes and paint color swatches to focus on what really matters. You probably haven’t had a chance to think about home safety. Trust us, we’re not judging. We’re ready to help you find peace of mind. Here are five tips to help mark you and your home as safe: 1. It’s not Smoke and Mirrors — It’s Safety First things first: Ensure your smoke alarm is working. Don’t assume it’s automatically on duty because somebody was just living in your home. Smoke alarms can save lives. According to the National Fire Protection Association ( NFPA ), working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire in half. Keyword: working. Contrarily, they report that three in every five home fire deaths result from fires in homes with either no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms. Takeaway: A dead smoke alarm is as good as no smoke alarm. To ensure your alarm is pr...