The possibilities for fire damage in the average American home is higher than most people realize. Each home has electricity flowing through the wires in the walls, in the appliances, and the furnace system. Most homes have a stove for cooking. If it’s a gas stove there’s an open flame, and if it’s an electric stove, you have heating elements as well as wiring. Many people use candles and other devices to scent the home to keep it smelling fresh and nice. These elements could potentially cause a fire and, consequently, fire damage.

Many house fires are the result of inattention. There are a number of things each person can do to reduce the chances of a fire, and many times a little bit of foresight and preparation can eliminate the need for fire damage repair. The following tips can help you and your family reduce the possibility of fire damage:

• When using appliances, give the appliance a quick once-over to ensure there isn’t any noticeable faulty wiring or damage
• When using the stove, make certain the area surrounding the stove is clear, and once you’re done, ensure it’s completely cooled prior to putting anything on top
• Watch young children and animals to ensure they can’t knock anything flammable onto the stove while it’s being used
• Candles and space heaters should only be used under the supervision of an adult, and make sure the area around them is clear of anything flammable

ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey is ready to help anyone in the McKeesport, PA area with any and all fire damage restoration needs. We have the tools, techniques, and experience to help with fire mitigation, smoke damage removal, and odor removal. For fire damage restoration needs in McKeesport, PA, give ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey a call immediately at (724) 834-8889.