Three fire safety tips to protect your home

To keep your home safe, it’s important to focus on fire safety and follow best practices. Most often, fires are caused by things that can be avoided. Here are three ways you can help keep your home safe.

1. Check your extension cords
Did you know that one of the leading causes of house fires is an extension cord? Here are some best practices to follow when using extension cords in your home.
• Remove all old extension cords that are frayed or damaged
• Avoid “chaining” multiple cords
• Avoid putting any furniture or heavy objects on top of an extension cord
• Don’t overload cords
• Major appliances should never be plugged into extension cords

2. Regularly check your smoke detectors
Regularly check your smoke detectors to make sure they are working properly. Most experts will recommend checking 1-2 times throughout the year. Changing out the batteries at least once a year is also a good idea. If your smoke alarm doesn’t work after replacing the battery, it’s time to get a new one.

3. Consider monitoring for your home alarm
When installing an alarm in your home, looking into home monitoring services is a good idea. That way, if a fire starts while you’re not there, the monitored alarm will activate and help get assistance quickly.

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