Fire Prevention Tips for the Fall Season

10/26/2018 (Permalink)

As the days begin to get shorter and cooler, it’s a good idea to remind yourself and your family about what to do to prevent fires.  Although fire prevention safety tips are important during every season, they’re particularly important this time of year.

Here are 4 tips to help you and your family stay safe from fire dangers as the Fall season progresses:

Check Your Smoke Detectors

It’s a good habit to change the batteries in both your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors every Fall and Spring, when we change the clocks for daylight savings. This year, we will “fall back” on November 4^th.

Check Your Fireplace

Once it starts getting chilly outside, families love to spend quality time around a fireplace.  Make sure yours will be safe throughout the colder months!

When it comes to fireplace safety, don’t forget these 3 important general rules:

• NEVER leave your fireplace fire unattended
• NEVER use gasoline to start or tend your fire
• NEVER leave combustible materials within 3 feet of the fireplace

Early Fall is also a good time to do a yearly inspection of your fireplace for safety.  

Check Your Heating System and Devices

Early Fall is also a good time of year to inspect your home heating system and any heating devices you plan to use in the coming months.

When it comes to safety tips for space heaters, don’t forget these 3 important precautions:

• Make sure to leave at least 3 feet of empty space around the space heater.
• Avoid storing or leaving any combustible items near the heater, especially clothing and draperies.
• Be sure to turn off your space heater when you go to bed or leave the house.

Check Your Yard for Falling Leaves and Other Debris

As the leaves begin to turn colors and fall off the trees, it is good to be especially cautious regarding fire prevention.

Make sure to clear your gutters and roof top from the build-up of leaves, pine needles, and other outdoor debris as these could become combustible. 

Fire accidents are common this time of year. If your home suffers any fire damage, you can count on the professionals of your local SERVPRO of Hackensack /Little Ferry to help you through any difficulties.  Our certified trained technicians have the advanced knowledge and technological equipment to handle any fire damage, and we can quickly restore your home back to normal.  We’re available 24/7 for any emergency help