How To Prevent Home Fires

12/8/2020 (Permalink)

Sometimes accidents happen, but when it comes to your Bergen County home or business property, there are certain safety precautions that can be taken to help prevent fires. 

Electrical and Appliance Safety

• Frayed wires can cause fires. Replace all worn, old or damaged appliance cords immediately ad do not run cords under rugs of furniture. 
• If an appliance has a three-prong plug, use it only in a three-slot outlet. Never try to force it to fit into a two-slot outlet or extension cord.
• Immediately shut-off, then professionally replace, light switches that are hot to the touch and lights that flicker.
• Space Heaters-should never be left running unattended. (see tips in photo)

Fireplace and Woodstoves

• Inspect and clean woodstove pipes and chimneys annually and check monthly for damage or obstructions
• Use a fireplace screen heavy enough to stop rolling logs and big enough to cover the entire opening of the fireplace to catch flying sparks. 
• Make sure the fire is completely out before going to bed or leaving the house. 

During the cold weather months in Bergen County, New Jersey it is especially important to keep these tips in mind. SERVPRO of Northwest Bergen is a premier fire damage restoration company, that has a fully trained staff, professional equipment and products, and many years of experience in fire restoration and cleanup. Call us at 201-236-2400.

Source: ready.gov