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A house fire is the worst nightmare for residents worldwide, and for good reason.
Not only do fires directly endanger the lives of all residents of a household, but they are sure to damage – if not completely destroy – entire properties.
To make matters worse, fires are incredibly difficult to control and contain, and you know how the saying goes – don’t play with fire.
This is why one has to be prepared for a scenario in which it’s already too late to think and it’s time to act and extinguish that fire. A house fire may start even if you are exceptionally careful not to cause it. However, readiness is all, and with the right tools at hand, you will be ready to put the fire to rest and reduce the damage done.
Read our top 4 tips that’ll help you make sure that, even if a house fire does start, you and the fire brigade will be able to easily contain it and quickly extinguish it.
The first, and most obvious, step you should take is to get several fire extinguishers and position them around your house.
Be careful to review the types of extinguishers – A, B, C, and combined – and decide which one is the most suitable for your home type. Keep your eyes open for the most probable objects that may catch fire – wood, electricity, flammable liquids, or gas leaks.
Get an extinguisher that’s light enough to use, and practice using it beforehand. Once you’ve mastered it completely, buy a few of them and make sure that you always have them at hand if needed.
Another thing that’s as important as a fire extinguisher is testing your fire alarms. In order to contain a fire, you should be alerted when it has started, which a fire alarm can help you with.
If you don’t have a fire alarm, make it a priority to install one, and regularly check to see if it’s working properly. You can do fire alarm tests once every month for maximum safety.
Many household items – shaving foams, deodorants, hairsprays, etc – are flammable. While they don’t pose a direct danger to your everyday life, if a fire makes contact with any of them, they’ll only exacerbate it.
That’s why you need to know exactly where you store these products at all times. Make sure they’re out of reach and avoid placing them near a source of heat.
Make sure that no cords – or any other electrical devices for that matter – are left exposed in your home. Such items can get damaged over time and you may unintentionally forget to isolate them.
In case of a house fire, this could prove detrimental for both the building and its residents.
Whatever you do, always be prepared for disaster, especially a fire-related one – and take the steps to minimize any damage done.
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Just about every home and business owner fears a fire. Not only because it can be fatal for people living in the home but also for those around it. In addition, fire damage can devastate a home, if not restored in time and professionally, can lead to a ton of frustration and heartbreak.
If you have damage to your property or are looking for a renovation, Highland Construction and Restoration is here to help.
If you have damage to your property or are looking for a renovation, Highland Construction and Restoration is here to help.
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Fayetteville, NC 28312
