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3 safety checks that could save your life (and your appliances)!

Dec 12, 2025

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9 min read

3 safety checks that could save your life (and your appliances)!

DadMinders, 2nd Saturday of December: Three critical safety and cost-saving tasks that protect your biggest investments. Time Commitment: 1-3 hours total. Potential Cost: $55-175 DIY (batteries, gauges, cleaners) or $190-875 with professional services. Potential Savings: $56,000-417,000+ in avoided disasters, premature replacements, and legal liability

Daniel Ellsworth

Safety First: Check Your Alarms, Tires, and Kitchen Appliances! - DadMinders

Dec 11, 2025

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3 min read

Safety First: Check Your Alarms, Tires, and Kitchen Appliances! - DadMinders

This week, ensure your home and vehicle are safe. Inspect fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and CO2 alarms, and practice your evacuation plan. Check tire pressure, brakes, and treads for your car. Lastly, run cleaning cycles on kitchen appliances and check their filters to keep them running efficiently. Stay safe! This DadMinder is for the 2nd Saturday in December (but you can get a head start if you want)

Daniel Ellsworth

4 life-protecting tasks that save time, money, and improve safety and stability for your family.

Dec 5, 2025

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10 min read

4 life-protecting tasks that save time, money, and improve safety and stability for your family.

DadMinders, 1st Saturday of December: Four critical safety and cost-saving tasks protect your biggest investments—your home, family, and financial security. Time commitment: 1-3 hours total. Cost: $190-875 (mostly one-time or professional services). Potential savings: $56,000-417,000+ in avoided disasters, premature replacements, and legal fees

Daniel Ellsworth

Empower Yourself: Learn Self-Defense Basics and Check In with Family! - DadMinders 5th Week Bonus

Nov 27, 2025

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3 min read

Empower Yourself: Learn Self-Defense Basics and Check In with Family! - DadMinders 5th Week Bonus

This week, enhance your safety by learning essential self-defense techniques and situational awareness through informative videos. Afterward, take time to reconnect with loved ones. Reach out via call, text, or email to check in, share updates, and strengthen your relationships. Stay safe and connected! This DadMinder is for the 5th Saturday in November 2025 (unless you want to get a head start).

Daniel Ellsworth

Stop Engine Failure, Flooding & Infestations: This Weekend's Critical Tasks

Nov 21, 2025

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7 min read

Stop Engine Failure, Flooding & Infestations: This Weekend's Critical Tasks

DadMinders Task-List, 4th Saturday in November, 2025. Three simple maintenance tasks this weekend protect your family from dangerous breakdowns, disease-carrying pests, and potential for mold. Time Commitment: 45-90 minutes total Potential Cost: $40-95 (pest control supplies, air filter, washing machine cleaner) Potential Savings: $5,700-28,500+ in avoided disasters including engine replacement, termite/electrical damage, water damage restoration, catalytic converter failure, emergency repairs, medical expenses, and property value loss.

Daniel Ellsworth

3 critical home & auto tasks: 2 hrs could save you $56K+ in unexpected costs!

Nov 14, 2025

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8 min read

3 critical home & auto tasks: 2 hrs could save you $56K+ in unexpected costs!

DadMinders Task-List, 3rd Saturday in November, 2025. Three critical safety and cost-saving tasks that protect your biggest investments. Time Commitment: 1-3 hours total. Potential Cost: $190-875 (mostly one-time or professional services). Potential Savings: $56,000-417,000+ in avoided disasters and premature replacements

Daniel Ellsworth