Tips to prevent fire accidents at home

Do you know that a serious fire accident can burn your entire house or building in minutes?

Thousands of people die in fire accidents all over the globe annually. Fire accidents are more common in homes than any other place. Here are a few tips that can avoid all this. 

Clean your chimneys: Matter like creosote residue can clog your chimney and catch fire. Your chimney should be inspected and cleaned regularly. Use a cap to prevent debris clogging the flue. 

Flammable Liquids: These should be kept in well ventilated areas and securely sealed in appropriate containers. 

Furnaces: Gas furnaces should be inspected periodically for cracks in burners and heat exchangers. Also, furnace filters must be replaced periodically to prevent the furnace from overheating. 

Over loaded circuits: Too many appliances connected to a single outlet or circuit overloads the circuit wiring, which may lead to short-circuits. 

Refrigerator: Clean the coils which are typically accessible under the unit. When coils become coated with dust, their cooling ability diminishes. Overheating can cause an electrical fire. 

Smoke detectors: Place a smoke detector outside each room. 

Stoves: Never leave a stove on or even unattended. This is another cause for fire damages in houses. 

Wiring should be proper: All inside wiring should be properly insulated. Faulty wiring can cause fire damage instantly. A qualified specialist is required when handling/undertaking such work. 

Clothes dryers: Ensure vents and filters are cleared from any accumulation which can cause dryers to overheat. 

Hope these tips will help you to stay alert and avoid any future disasters from occurring. For services regarding fire damage restoration you can contact us on 042 741 1789 or visit http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/.

What happens after a fire accident?

You may be anxious to clean your home after a fire, but unless you take the time to get professional advice, you may be wasting your efforts or creating further damage. Contact a professional service immediately once the fire is out. They can provide advice on restoration or replacement of damaged items. 

Why there is a need to hire a professional fire restorer? Fire restorers can prevent further damages, help determine which items can or cannot be refurbished, provide estimates and services for thoroughly cleaning and deodorizing your home. Professional services at times can be expensive, but the cost may be substantially less than the cost of replacing damaged furnishings and floors. 

Preventing Further Damage

Before hiring a professional fire restorer to do the big tasks, you can minimize further damage by following these guidelines. Before starting with the tasks you need to be sure that its safe enough to re-enter your home, ask for expert advice. Get the air moving. Open windows to ventilate areas. Install a fan to circulate  air. 

Note: If there has been substantial water damage and the weather is warm, you will probably need to keep the windows shut and run a dehumidifier. In cold weather, your heating system is operating and the cold air will usually help remove the moisture.

Dry wet items as soon as possible. Use fans and dehumidifiers to dry carpets and draperies. If not thoroughly dried, carpets and floors underneath may be quickly damaged beyond repair by mould and mildew.

Remove brass and copper items and clean them using brass or copper cleaner. Place aluminum foil or plastic food wrap under furniture legs. Remove oriental rugs or other colored rugs from wet wall-to-wall carpeting. Cover dry, clean items with plastic while repairs are in progress.

Contact us at Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd on 042 741 1789 or visit http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/ for a free quote.