10+ Immediate Actions to Prevent House Fires- A simple guide for new AND experienced Homeowners
Home Fire Safet; Tips from EFynch Post #2 A house fire is a tragedy. No matter how large or small, they effect our very sense of security. In high school, I was a junior volunteer firefighter. During this time I was only able to help on 1 active housefire but it changes my life. It was Christmas Day 1997 and I still remember seeing the family in tears as their entire home was obliterated by the time we arrived. It is a sight you never forget and never want to see again. Below we've compiled a quick list of fire prevention actions you can take TODAY. This is not a complete list but, in our opinions, they are the items that if you have not already completed- should be handled with urgency. Maintenance/ Actions: 1. Test Smoke Detectors and change batteries twice per year (daylight savings), replace complete units every 10 years. 2. Clean and inspect your Chimney and Fireplace once per year (even gas). 3. Clean dryer vents AT LEAST once per year. HVAC ducts sho...