Protect your home from fire by watching out for these hazards.
While you probably know about common fire hazards such as an unattended stove or a precariously placed candle, there are also many fire risks that might surprise you. If you want to protect your home from fire, then watch out for these unexected hazards around your home.
Stacks of Newspaper
Surprisingly, stacks of old newspapers have caused more house fires than you might think. Generally, these fires broke out because old papers were stacked near a gas tank, vent., space heater, or electrical outlet. Luckily, it’s easy to mitigate this risk. All you need to do is recycle your old newspapers and magazines to ensure that they do not accumulate in your home.
Dust Build-Up
Accumulations of dust have also caused their fair share of house fires. This is because dust is highly flammable and can easily set off a major fire. You should be especially wary about dust near your electrical outlets; a single rogue spark is enough to set dust bunnies aflame. To eliminate this fire risk, simply clean your house thoroughly, taking extra care to clear away the dust in areas like the space behind your fridge and beneath your bed.
Oil-Stained Linens
While rare, linens stained with cooking oil, grease, or gasoline have been known to catch fire when they are passed through the dryer. Normally, running oil-stained cloths through the washer a couple of times is enough to mitigate this risk. However, you can always throw oil-stained linens away if you want to be on the safe side.
Protect your home by watching out for these surprising fire hazards. Want another way to keep your home safe? Then make sure you have the proper homeowners insurance protections in place. To find the right policies for you, contact the experts at Reata Insurance Group. Our dedicated team is ready to assist you with all your insurance needs.
