Even though you can keep everything under control, there are many measures you can take to prevent a fire in your home.
Your home is a place where you can create beautiful memories until you think of your home catching fire even scarier. So, why risk it? Even though you can keep everything under control, there are many measures you can take to prevent a fire in your home. Let’s learn more below.
Kitchen Fire Safety
It should not be surprising that most reported fires begin in the commercial or residential kitchen. They are mainly due to cooking accidents. Keep your towels, books, and other flammable items away from gas-burning or electric stoves to prevent a fire in your home. In addition, avoid leaving ovens or stoves on if you leave the house. Staying in the kitchen is essential, especially when frying or broiling food. This may not be practical when baking or simmering food at a low temperature for a long time. So, be sure to check on it often and always keep it on the same floor as your kitchen. Check out this article for more information regarding kitchen fire safety!
Supervise Your Fireplace
It’s almost autumn in Maryland so that the temperature will be lower. Although they are excellent for keeping cozy on cold nights and keeping your heating bills low during winter, fireplaces can cause numerous house fires. Additionally, heaters produce about 16% of residential outbreaks. Do the following to prevent a fire in your home:
- Always use a protective screen around your fireplace
- Burn seasoned hardwood such as maple, oak, and ash
- Keep space heaters at least 3 feet from anything combustible
- Don’t forget to shut off any space heaters when you leave
Outlet Safety
Overloaded outlets, extension cords, and even incorrectly wired outlets may need help. Ensure you cover all wires with an electrical outlet cover, be aware of how many watts you plug in at any time, and spread out all the plugged-in items if possible. Furthermore, all fire safety tips here are for inside and outdoor outlets. Remember to equip all kitchen, outdoor, and bathroom outlets with a ground-faulty circuit interrupter (GFCI). The GFCI disturbs power faster than a blink of an eye to prevent a deadly dose of electricity.
Candle Safety
Did you know that candles can also result in numerous fires? They still have consequences regardless of their appealing appearance and scent. Fire safety tips to remember when handling candles:
- Always burn 12 inches from combustible items
- Blow candles out when you leave
- Keep lighters and matches in a cool, dry area out of the reach of children
Though the above tips won’t 100% eliminate the possibility of a fire starting in your household, they will help you minimize your fire risk and safely evacuate.
Commercial and Residential Fire Prevention from Judd Fire Protection
If you want to ensure your home and business are safe throughout the year, trust Judd Fire Protection, LLC. We have over two decades of experience designing, installing, inspecting, and repairing residential and commercial fire protection systems. We serve clients throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., Virginia, and West Virginia. If you are interested in finding out more about our services and protecting your home and business, give us a call at 410-871-3480.