6 Important Tips To Prevent Fire Damage This Spring

by Resto Pros

April 21, 2022

6 Important Tips To Prevent Fire Damage This Spring

Spring into fire safety this season. As you’re spring cleaning, don’t forget to add fire prevention safety to your list. Here are 6 important tips to prevent fire damage in your home this spring.

1. Test Your Smoke Alarms

While smoke alarms won’t necessarily prevent fire damage from taking place, they will allow you time to get out of your home safely in the event a fire does occur. Smoke alarms save lives, but only if they’re working properly. If there is a fire in your home and the smoke spreads quickly, smoke alarms alert you so you can take the actions you need to be safe. Make sure you’re testing your smoke alarms in every room at least once a month. If you find your smoke alarms aren’t working, change the batteries.

2. Burn Candles Safely

If you’re planning on burning candles this season to make your home smell nice and fresh, make sure you’re doing so safely. Keep candles away from anything flammable – and kids! When you leave the home or go to sleep, make sure you blow the candles out. Leaving candles burning when you’re not around could lead to a fire.

3. Don’t Leave Cooking Food Unattended

Because the weather is nicer in the spring and summer, you’re likely going to be hosting more get-togethers with friends and family. Even though you may want to leave the kitchen to go mingle with your guests, make sure to never leave cooking food unattended. Not only that, but make sure you’re keeping kids and pets away from the stove at all times.

4. Clear Away Flammable Materials

Is your spring cleaning in full swing yet? Add this one to your honey-do list! Use this season to clear out any flammable materials that have accumulated in your home throughout the year. Some of these materials might include:

  • Dryer lint
  • Plastic containers
  • Old hand sanitizer
  • Oily rags
  • Aerosol cans
  • And more!

5. Inspect Your Grill

While most homeowners don’t start grilling out until summer, many people still do in spring as the weather gets warmer. Before you use your grill, make sure you check all of its vital components for potential leaks. This includes the propane tank, hose, and all the connection points. You’ll also want to make sure you scrape off any grease or fat build-up to decrease the risk of fire.

6. Check Your Electrical Cords

Electrical cords that are frayed or damaged with exposed wires can be especially dangerous. Overtime, pets and pests can chew on the cords, or they just become damaged from normal everyday wear and tear. Whatever the cause may be, go around to all your electrical cords this spring and check for damage. If you notice any damage to your cords, throw them out and replace them immediately. Continuing to use damaged cords can be extremely dangerous, and pose a huge fire risk.

RestoPros Is Here For All Your Dallas, TX Fire Mitigation Needs!

Serving Dallas, TX and surrounding areas, RestoPros is here for all your fire mitigation needs. First, we will assess the damage and inspect your property. Then, we’ll mitigate the situation. Our team of experts will first turn off the water, shut off the electricity system and ensure there are no gas leaks before beginning work. After we remove the soot and smoke, remove debris and charred items, and pack up any items, our professionals will sanitize the premises and extract any water left by the fire department. With RestoPros, you and your home are in good hands. Contact us today at 855-587-3786 or fill out our form online.