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Best Tips For Making Your Home/Office Fire Proof
You never know when a fire can start in your house. A forgotten candle,
a spark from electrical equipment, or a thunderstorm can all be reasons
why your home could end up in flames.
The combination of a spark,
oxygen something that can burn can cause the biggest fires. It is
always best to anticipate problems and to think ahead. With a few
easy procedures it is possible to significantly reduce the risk of
a fire in your home. Something as simple as a fire proof door or fireproof
wood doors in your home will help to keep you and your family safe.
How Should You Make Your Home Fire Proof?
With the following tips and suggestions you should be able to fire
proof your home. Completely fireproof houses do not exist unfortunately
but with these tips you should be able to make your home a lot less
prone to fires.
Fire Extinguishers
It is a good idea to purchase a multipurpose chemical fire extinguisher
and have one available on every floor in the home. Also consider placing
one in the basement, one near your furnace and one by the water heater.
Every member of the family should know where the extinguisher is and
how to use it. Check the extinguisher monthly for leaks.
Smoke Alarms
Smoke alarms are necessary to warn you before a fire spread throughout
the home. Fire and smoke detectors should be installed on every floor
and preferably in every room. Make sure to place the detectors so
that you will be able to hear them go off. Keep spare batteries in
the house and change the batteries twice every year to make sure that
the device is never without power.
Reduce Fuel Sources
If you have a garden or if your house is surrounded by foliage, make
sure to remove dead foliage and dry twigs as this type of material
only needs a tiny spark to start a fire. Keep any decking free from
dry foliage and store firewood at least 30 feet away from your home.
Propane tanks need to be kept at least 10 feet away from the home.
Avoid Clutter
Keep clutter to a minimum in and around your home. Storing old paper
boxes, magazines and materials such as linen tidied away in the home.
A messy home can be hazardous if a fire breaks out and you need to
find your way out of the house in the dark.
Use Fire-Resistant Materials
Use fire resistant materials if you are changing anything in your
home. Asphalt-fiberglass or masonry roofing are known for their fire
resistant properties and will stop a possible fire from spreading
too fast. Doors with fireproof glass and a fire proof pocket door
in your home will help reduce the risk of fire spreading through your
home quickly.
Check Heating Appliances
Get a heating professional to check all your heating appliances, whether
it is a stove, grill, dryer, or furnace. These check-ups should preferably
be done every year. Chimneys and fireplaces should be cleaned and
checked every year too.
