We can never be too careful where fires in the home are concerned. There are so many ways that fires can start, but at least we can do something about ours and our families safety with the right equipment. Obviously smoke detectors are your first line of defence against fire in your home. Many homeowners neglect these important guardians of our safety so please don't be one of them. In this article, we will go over a few quick tips to keep you, your family and your home protected and your smoke detection system running in top form.

Winter time is when the number of house fires increases a lot. This is due to the use of heating sources. If you use a space heater, a wood stove or Löschdecken, then you should practice extra care around them. Make sure that everyone in your family knows the safety precautions that need to be taken with these kinds of heaters. Many homes have burned to the ground due to kerosene heaters and other kinds of space heaters because blankets or paper was too near to them.



Plan Large fire blanket escape exits from every floor over your house and practice them once in a while. Get your family engaged in this activity, so that everybody knows what to do.

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Have it Extinguishing ceilings checked by a professional to be sure it's in good working order. Automatic feeders can get stuck/clogged, they can break as well. Be sure the seals are intact and working around the doors. Always keep a fire extinguisher nearby!

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Purchase a fire detector as well. Keep one on every level of your home and take the time to learn how to properly use a fire extinguisher. Demonstrate for everyone in your family how to use a fire extinguisher. Even though you can never totally prevent a fire, you can take steps to make sure you family has the best chance of survival.