Fire Safety Tips for your Decatur Home

1/7/2021 (Permalink)

Did you know that the leading cause of home fires in the U.S is caused by eating equipment? During the colder months of December, January and February is where more than half of these accidents happen.

The National Fire Protection Association has a few tips to prevent these types of fire

• Keep contents and anything that could burn at least three feet away from space heaters.
• Have your heating equipment cleaned and inspected every year by a professional.
• Never leave a portable heater unattended. ALWAYS TURN IT OFF.
• Read the instructions when dealing with fuel burning space heaters. Pay attention to what kind of fuel is needed.
• Install smoke alarms throughout your home and test them at least once a month.
• DO NOT use your oven to warm your home.
• Hire a professional to install stationary space heaters in your home.

SERVPRO of Decatur professionals are here to help you deal with any fire or smoke damage. Our highly trained technicians have the expertise and the equipment necessary to handle any size disaster. Call us at 404-378-9998.