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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2019

Fireplace Safety Tips

 

The evenings are getting chilly and the time is right for warming our toes up by the fireplace.  Griffin Insurance wants to make sure you have everything you need to enjoy a safe fall and winter season.

Did You Know?

The U.S. Fire Administration states that 75 percent of confined home heating fires occur in the chimney and flue of your fireplace. Performing simple safety measures and maintenance on your fireplace will ensure your family and home are not part of this statistic

Here are some fireplace safety tips to consider:

1.  Keep it clear.  Clear out any debris from the fireplace and keep all flammable items like furniture, blankets, and papers, a safe distance away at all times.

2.  Inspect the chimney.  Have a certified chimney specialist inspect and clean your chimney annually to reduce the risk of fire and carbon monoxide buildup.

3.  Start the fire safely.  Never burn charcoal or use lighter fluids to light the fire in your home, as they can cause deadly fumes and the potential for explosion.

4.  Don't overload the fire.  Overloading means putting in more wood, paper, and other ignitable materials than necessary.  This can overheat the walls or roof of your home.

5.  Keep children away from the fireplace.  Give warning about the dangers of fire to deter curiosity, and consider installing a gate around the fireplace to prevent kids from getting too close.

6.  Put the fire out.  Before leaving your home for the night, or going to sleep, ensure the fire is completely out first.

Your safety Matters!

Take extra precautions to keep your family safe from potential fireplace damage.  If you burn fires often, consider installing new smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home.  If you already have new or relatively new working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home, make sure the batteries are fresh for the season.

 

Posted 11:41 AM

Tags: fireplace, fireplace safety, fall nights, cozy, chilly, griffin insurance, fire, home owner, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, home dangers, chimney damage, flue, chimney, home heating, confined fire
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1 Comments

Eli Mcmullen said...
Thanks for explaining that you can prevent your walls from overheating by loading your fireplace in moderation. My sister accidentally put too much wood in our fireplace last week, and now it generates sparks whenever we try to use it. Maybe we should find a professional that can ensure that our fireplace is safe to use.
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