How To Avoid a Fire in Your Home

2/28/2020 (Permalink)

It's every homeowner's biggest nightmare: seeing the house going up in flames. You can't imagine this ever happening to you. Unfortunately, this scenario is not unheard of. You can protect your loved ones and property and significantly reduce your risk of having a fire at home. Some fire preparation will go a long way in giving you the peace of mind you need.

Inspect Your Home

Certain areas of the house are more prone to causing fires than others. If you keep an eye on these systems and components, you'll make sure they're in good working order. At least annually, have a professional inspect the following to make sure there are no risks for a home fire:

• Your furnace and water heater
  
• Your electrical system
  
• Your dryer (including cleaning out the lint filter after each use)
  
  

Be Aware of Candles

Candles can put out a pleasant scent and create a comfortable ambiance. They are also big enemies of fire safety. If you burn candles in your Todd Creek, CO, home, make sure you never go too far away without putting them out. Keep them out of reach of small children and pets. Don't let the candle burn down too far before replacing it.

Dispose of Cigarettes Properly

If you or someone in your home smokes, it's best to do so outside whenever possible. If you choose to smoke indoors, always use an ashtray. Never keep ashtrays or cigarette butts in places where they could get knock off onto something flammable.

Be Careful in the Kitchen

For fire preparation, wise kitchen practices are essential. Never leave a pan on the stove unattended. Also, don't forget to turn off the oven and stove once you have finished. To avoid grease fires, don't add too much oil to your pans while they're on the stove.
These fire preparation tips can avoid you a lot of grief and heartache. If you have a fire, a professional cleanup team can help, but you're better off staying away from a disaster.