Fire Damage Prevention in Fall and Winter

9/30/2020 (Permalink)

Fall is here, and with that comes cooler temperatures and the inevitable winter cold.  As the temperature declines, we will all start to use our heating systems in order to brave the frigid weather.  SERVPRO of Cecil County would like to remind you to stay safe while keeping warm by following a few tips below in order to prevent fire damage from a heating device in your home or business.

Before the cold season starts and you begin to use your HVAC heating system, it is important to have the system inspected for issues, as well as serviced if needed.  Once this system is efficient, filters should be replaced in order to help guarantee a safe heating unit in your home and eliminate the risk of a fire hazard.

Portable heaters will become a popular item in households and business offices as the winter months approach.  It is important to have these cleaned and checked annually for signs of issues.  Remember to keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from the heaters including curtains and clothing.  If the heater is in an office, employees should turn the device off before exiting the building.

Smoke alarms should also be tested and batteries checked and replaced if needed.  This process should be completed annually, so the beginning of the fall or winter season is a perfect time to do so in order to prepare for when these systems are often needed the most.

SERVPRO of Cecil County specializes in fire cleanup and restoration.  Our professionals can handle any size fire damage event from a slight smoke odor to a fully encompassed building fire.  We are here to help pick up the pieces with our 24/7 emergency services.

This fall and winter, we hope everyone stays warm and safe.  Should you experience fire, smoke or soot damage however, we are here to help make it “Like it never even happened.”