The Most Common Places For Fire Damage To Occur In Your Home

10/21/2024 (Permalink)

House fires can be devastating. Call SERVPRO of Oyster Bay to restore your home to pre-fire condition.

No one can prepare for a fire in their home, and they are not only unpredictable but can spiral out of control. If your home in Oyster Bay experiences fire or smoke damage, call SERVPRO of Oyster Bay, we are here to help 24/7. Being aware of the common places and reasons fires can start is a good way to be able to protect your family and yourself from any harm. Here is a list of the most common places in your home for a fire to occur:

The Kitchen 

The kitchen is the most common place for a fire to occur due to open flames, hot surfaces, and cooking appliances. Cooking is one of the primary causes of house fires because the stove with an open flame if it is left unattended while cooking. 

Your Laundry Room

Fires produced by dryers are rather frequent, and that’s why it’s important to keep them maintained. To prevent a fire in your dryer, always clean out the lint trap before using it again, and examine the dryer duct regularly because lint can get trapped in there. Make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions and check that your washer and dryer are plugged into outlets that can handle their voltage. You may also want to hire a professional technician to inspect your washer and dryer setup, to help make safety upgrades and replace parts that may need replacing. 

Your Living Room

Heating equipment is another leading cause of home fires, commonly chimneys being the most likely ones to cause fire damage in your home. A chimney should be professionally cleaned/inspected yearly. Also, consider replacing older space heaters with new ones that turn off automatically when overheated or tipped. 

Your Attic/Basement

Commonly attics and basements are used to store lots of old pictures, clothing, and even papers. The issue is these are all very flammable and it is very common for electrical fires to start in neglected spaces in your home. Hiring an experienced electrician can tell you whether you need to replace your equipment/wiring. Although electrical work can be expensive, it is much better than paying for repairs and cleanups following a fire. SERVPRO of Oyster Bay offers services Document Restoration Services. If your documents get compromised in fire damage, we may be able to help salvage your valued items. 

Contact SERVPRO of Oyster Bay For Fire Restoration Services 

Fire damage can be devastating. Our team of professionals will take the necessary precautions to help safely restore your property to pre-fire condition. When fire damage happens, our fire and water damage restoration team will use advanced technology and cleaning to safely clean and repair your home. If your home or property in Oyster Bay has recently experienced fire damage, call SERVPRO, we are here to help with your fire restoration needs!