Regardless of how they start, house fires can cause massive damage to your home — and even put your family’s lives at risk. Because of this, every homeowner should make fire prevention a top safety priority. A few basic practices can go a long way in reducing the likelihood of a fire.
Never Leave the Kitchen Unattended
The kitchen is the most common source for house fires. An unattended pan or forgotten food particles in the oven could catch fire in just a few seconds. Turn off the stove or oven if you must leave the room. Keep a fire extinguisher handy so you can react quickly if a fire starts.
Check Appliances
Other appliances can also pose a fire risk. Clean your dryer’s lint trap each time you do the laundry, as the lint could combust due to the heat. Before plugging in any appliance, make sure the power cord is in good condition. A damaged cord could spark an electrical fire. Repair or replaced damaged cords and equipment.
Caution With Flames
While the warm glow of a fireplace or candles can provide a cozy feeling (especially in the winter), they also serve as a potential fire hazard. Never leave a room if there is a lit flame. Blow out candles and put out the fire before you leave the room. Let ashes cool before disposing of them in a metal container. While using the fireplace or candles, keep flammable objects like curtains or blankets far from the flames.
While you can never completely eliminate your risk of a house fire, these simple tips can make such events far less likely. If you do experience a house fire, contact Shrock Restoration. By removing structural damage, smoke stains, and more, we can remediate your property to help it look like new again.
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