Fires are Preventable

2/19/2020 (Permalink)

Don't let a fire get you down!

When it comes to your property, certain safety precautions can be taken to help prevent fires. Below are some tips that can help you to prevent a fire from happening.

Electrical and Appliances Safety

• Replace frayed and old worn electrical cords on appliances. Also make sure all extension cords are in good working condition and do not run cords under rugs or furniture.
• If an appliance has a three prong plug, use it only in a three slot outlet. Never force it into a two slot outlet or extension cord.
• Immediately shut off light switches that are hot to the touch and lights that flicker and have replaced by a trained professional.

Fireplaces and Wood stoves

• Inspect and clean wood stove pipes and chimneys annually and check for damage or obstructions monthly.
• Always use a fireplace screen heavy enough to stop a burning log from rolling out and big enough to cover the entire opening of the fireplace to catch flying embers.
• Make sure that the fire is completely out before leaving your home or going to bed.

For more fire safety tips, visit ready.org and if a fire should occur call SERVPRO of Mount Prospect/North Des Plaines at 847-956-1880 and our trained professionals will make it "Like it never even happened."