Fire Safety

As busy as our daily routines and lives are, it’s sometimes easy to overlook fire safety and other home maintenance.

Remember to replace the old batteries in your home’s smoke alarms regularly.  A good rule of thumb is every six months when you change the clocks for Daylight Savings.  This year it ends on November 2nd.

While you’re at it, dust each alarm and test it to make sure it is properly functioning. Make sure you have installed enough smoke alarms for the size of your home–at least one per floor, especially near bedrooms.

It’s also a good idea to periodically check your fire extinguishers. Many models are useful only for a certain number of years before they must be serviced or replaced. Check your model to determine the time period. Each home should have at least one extinguisher in the kitchen and the garage.

Finally, because overloaded circuits are the cause of many home fires, you should take a few minutes to scan your home’s power outlets and replace any cords or plugs that have cracks or other visible damage.

These simple tasks will make your home a safer place for everyone.