Facts About Homes Fires

10/8/2020 (Permalink)

The first full week of October is Fire Prevention Week which makes sense. As the colder weather moves inward pushing out the warm temperatures from the summer more people will be spending time indoors. Which, unfortunately, means the likelihood of home fires may increase. While your SERVPRO of Burlington crew is here to assist you if you do experience a home fire we want to offer your tips and advice to prevent fires in the first place. 

First here are the facts on home fires. 

1. 49% of home fires are caused by cooking.
2. 14% of home fires are caused by heating. 
3. 1-% of home fires are caused by electrical means. 

https://nfpa.org/News-and-Research 

To prevent home fires remember 

1. Never leave cooking unattended. 
2. Put out your wood-burning fireplace before going to bed. 
3. Have all electrical work done by a professional, reputable electrician. 

SERVPRO of Burlington serves the communities of 

1. Graham, NC
2. Mebane, NC
3. Glen Raven, NC
4. Snow Camp, NC
5. Elon, NC
6. Gibsonville, NC 
7. Haw River, NC 

If your home or business is in need of our services whether for fire, water, or mold damage; perhaps even deep cleaning services, call the experts today – SERVPRO of Burlington, (336) 229-1156.