Ask The Experts: What are some common reasons for house fires and how can they be prevented?

6/5/2021 (Permalink)

House fires endanger everyone in the home and even small fires that are put out quickly often result in thousands of dollars of damage. Having a proper insurance policy is essential to help mitigate the financial losses associated.

The 7 Most Common Causes of House Fires

• Cooking-Related Fires
• Heating Appliances
• Electrical Fires
• Smoking
• Candles
• Chemical Fires
• Christmas Trees

Here are some Tips to help Prevent House Fires

• Test your smoke alarms regularly
• Inspect all of your heating sources
• Keep Your Stove and Oven Clean
• Don't leave your Kitchen while cooking
• Always Check Your Dryer
• Maintain all Cords
• Properly Store Flammable Products
• Practice Caution with Candles
• Be careful with your fireplace (if applicable)
• Keep Fire Extinguishers Around

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