Be Cozy and Safe This Fall With These Fire Safety Tips

10/7/2020 (Permalink)

Always extinguish a fire when you leave the room for any amount of time.

Be Cozy and Safe This Fall With These Fire Safety Tips!

It's October, which means the leaves are changing and the temperature is cooling down. As the weather begins to cool down, we will see an increase in fires in the Greenville County area. Most of which are caused by space heaters, forgotten candles, or accidents in the kitchen. As you put out your decorations, space heaters, and your fall scented candles, keep these few safety tips in mind. 

• If you leave the room for any amount of time, be sure to turn off heaters and extinguish candles. 
• Keep anything that is flammable at least 3 feet away from space heaters and open flames. 
• Never plug-in heating equipment into an extension cord. The extension cord can overheat and cause a fire. 
• Always place heaters on level flat surfaces on the ground. 
• Never use the stove to heat your home or dry your clothes. 
• Install and maintain carbon monoxide alarms. 
• Never use a space heater or any appliance with a damaged or frayed cord. 
• Have a qualified service professional inspect your heating system annually. 

The aftermath of a fire can leave you feeling overwhelmed. Let SERVPRO of South Greenville County pick up the pieces and get your life back on track. Call us today (864) 292-3137!