Fall Fire Safety

10/22/2020 (Permalink)

The fall season brings seasonal traditions and some adjustments to our daily routines as the weather declines.  With these changes come some unwanted risks including fire hazards in our homes.  Below, we list some preventative measures you can take now in order to prepare for the colder seasons.

• Change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. This process should be completed on an annual basis, and the beginning of a new season is the perfect time to ensure your home is safe and prepared for potential emergencies.
• Check your heaters and HVAC systems for signs of failure and damage. Heating systems pose a significant threat of fire damage during the fall and winter months, so preparation and HVAC system inspections are critical in order to eliminate the risk of fire or lack of heat in your home. Any space heaters should be also be placed away from items that pose a risk such as clothing.
• Fireplaces should be inspected annually to ensure they do not pose a risk, and combustible materials should be kept a safe distance away.
• Clear your roof and gutters of debris that can collect and pose a risk if ignited.
• Do not leave a fire of any kind unattended.

With the colder months approaching, the risk of a fire becomes higher than ever.  SERVPRO of Kennett Square/Oxford would like to remind you to be safe and to practice these safety precautions this fall and winter.  Along with many other preventative actions you can take, these steps are critical in helping to keep you, your family and your home safe.

If your home does experience a fire damage event of any size, our team is here for immediate assistance.  Our fire restoration professionals can handle the entire restoration and reconstruction process for you in order to help ease the stress that often comes with these types of disasters.  For more information, give us a call at 610-268-8620.