Cold temperatures are sweeping the nation. January is the coldest month of the year, and it seems to be especially cold lately. To get the most heat, homeowners around the country are turning to their fireplaces. We imagine the last thing homeowners want to come home to is fire trucks and billowing smoke. We always hope it doesn’t come to this, but if it does, call Service Master Complete Restoration for Stiffey for fire restoration in Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas.
Follow these tips for fire safety in your home when it comes to fireplaces:
- If at all possible, installing a gas fireplace in your home is much safer than a wood-burning fireplace.
- If you have a wood-burning fireplace, keep flammable materials away from the area.
- Never use chemicals or fuels to start fires, and burn items like paper in small amounts.
- Be careful when selecting firewood. Avoid wet or chemically treated wood, both which can cause problems.
- Always make sure the fire is completely out before you go to bed or leave the house. Leaving a fire unsupervised can lead to fire damage in your home.
Fire can cause damage to your walls, floors, furniture, and more, even after the flames have been extinguished. Smoke can fill your home, making it unsafe to be around. Lucky for homeowners in Pittsburgh, PA, ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey offers fire restoration services. As soon as you can, call ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey’s 24-hour hotline for our fire damage restoration team. Our team will conduct an emergency pre-cleaning and then deep clean your home to ensure complete satisfaction.
Fireplaces are nice to have in the cold of winter, but ensuring you are following these safety tips is essential to keeping your home out of danger. When disaster strikes, call the team at ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey for the best in fire restoration services.
