If you recently experienced a house fire, you’re probably up to your eyeballs in dealing with insurance, ordering repairs, and dealing with all the smoke damage. But here’s something important you may not be considering: if you have a ducted AC system, you might want to get your duct system…

A high percentage of small home fires can be put out with a small, portable extinguisher. So, keeping a fire extinguisher in your kitchen can make the difference between a close call and a disaster. Choosing and using a fire extinguisher isn’t difficult. There are a few key factors like…

An accidental fire can spread in seconds and decimate a home within minutes. Condo fires endanger people in the home, and even small fires can cause thousands of dollars in damage. This guide will cover the steps you should take after a condo fire and the common causes that can…

If you have suffered the tragedy of a house fire, you may wonder whether the range of emotions you’re experiencing is normal. After a house fire, there are several emotional phases, including initial shock, anger, and a longer-term sense of despair and hopelessness. These feelings are similar to bereavement because…

Fire is always a risk wherever there are electrical appliances. Although fire safety regulations have come a long way, nothing is foolproof. Something as seemingly harmless as your toaster can be a hazard. All you wanted was breakfast, and your kitchen has gone up in flames. How do you respond?…

Microwaves can catch on fire in ways that might surprise you. We expect the fire risk from our ovens and gas stoves—you can see the flame! You can hear the roar as it kicks into incineration mode! Most homes have microwaves, which is what makes the risks of owning one…

Dealing with a hotel fire and the damages can be overwhelming. Not only has your hotel been damaged by flames and smoke, but the firefighting efforts have likely caused significant water damage. The longer you wait to repair the damage, the more repairs you’ll need. After a fire, water, or…

Coffee makers are one of the most popular appliances in the world. They’re in our homes, offices, and just about every other type of building. But are they a fire hazard? What causes coffee maker fires? And how likely is a coffee maker to start a fire? In this article,…

Year by year, electrical failures occur, devastating homes and families. Electrical fires are one of the most prominent reasons for residential fires. It’s no surprise with the number of devices and appliances we constantly have plugged in, using live electricity. Still, homeowners might be shocked to learn that an electrical…

It goes without saying that fires can be extremely dangerous. Even if you’re incredibly cautious, electrical, cooking, and chemical fires can start at a moment’s notice inside your home. You should have multiple fire extinguishers placed throughout your house near every cooking and electrical source. But what do you do…