{"id":50921,"date":"2025-01-28T08:37:13","date_gmt":"2025-01-28T13:37:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/?post_type=resources&#038;p=50921"},"modified":"2025-12-12T14:30:08","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T19:30:08","slug":"home-fire-safety-tips","status":"publish","type":"resources","link":"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/home-fire-safety-tips","title":{"rendered":"Home fire safety tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<a id=\"back-to-top\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to home fires, there\u2019s only so much that a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/insurance\/home\">home insurance<\/a> policy can do for you. It certainly can\u2019t prevent a fire from happening in the first place. That\u2019s up to you. Follow these home fire safety tips to keep you and your family protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"home-resources-orange-border2\"><strong>Table of contents<\/strong> <ul style=\"list-style-type: padding-left:10px;\"><li style=\"color:#00; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#detectors\">Install smoke and fire detectors<\/a><\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#extinguisher\">Learn how to use a fire extinguisher<\/a><\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#safely\">Use space heaters safely<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#kitchen\">Stay safe in the kitchen<\/a><\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#electrical\">Inspect electrical cords<\/a><\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#escape\">Make a fire escape plan<\/a><\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#prevention\">Other fire prevention tips<\/a><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"detectors\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px; margin-top:30px;\">Install smoke and fire detectors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to get complacent and think that a home fire could never happen to you. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/home-fire-safety-plan\">smoke and fire detectors<\/a> installed in your home. As long as they have fresh batteries, these devices won\u2019t get complacent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom:15px;\"><li>Install a carbon monoxide alarm in a central location outside each separate sleeping area.<\/li><li>Test alarms twice a year by pushing the test button on top.<\/li><li>Change batteries at least once a year unless you have \u201clong-life\u201d (10-year) batteries.<\/li><li>Replace alarms every 10 years.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, most insurance carriers offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/insurance\/home\/discounts-benefits\">discounts<\/a> on your home insurance rate if you install a monitored <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/home-maintenance-checklist\">fire protection system<\/a>, sprinkler system or another protective device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"extinguisher\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px; margin-top:30px;\">Learn how to use a fire extinguisher<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All it takes is one mishap to start a fire and put your family in danger. If that happens, you need to act quickly. A fire extinguisher can help you put out the fire. Here are some tips on when and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/home-fire-safety-plan\">how to use a fire extinguisher<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom:15px;\"><li>Only use a fire extinguisher if the fire is small and there isn\u2019t much smoke.<\/li><li>For larger fires, get out of the home as quickly as possible and call 9-1-1.<\/li><li>When using a fire extinguisher, keep your back to an exit and make sure everyone has left or is leaving the home.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"251\" src=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/FireExtinguisher_1a.jpg\" alt=\"graphic image of fire extinguisher with bullet points\" class=\"wp-image-59776\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/FireExtinguisher_1a.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/FireExtinguisher_1a-300x126.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"width:100%; text-align:right; padding:5px 0px 5px 0px;\"><a href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to top >><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"safely\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px; margin-top:30px;\">Use space heaters and fireplaces safely<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the cold weather, many homeowners rely on additional heat sources to keep warm. Two of the most popular are space heaters and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/does-a-fireplace-increase-home-insurance\">fireplaces<\/a>. Not coincidentally, both are common causes of home fires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #0078D6; margin-bottom:15px; margin-top:15px;\"><table style=\"margin-bottom:0px; font-size:1.125rem;\"><tr><td style=\"background-color:#0078D6; border-color:#ffffff; color:#fff; padding:10px 10px 10px 15px; text-align: left; width:50%;\"><strong>Space Heater Safety Tips<\/strong><\/td><td style=\"background-color:#0078D6; border-color:#ffffff; color:#fff; padding:10px 10px 10px 10px; text-align: left; width:50%;\"><strong>Fireplace Safety Tips<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n\n<tr><td style=\"background-color:#e5f2fb; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left; vertical-align:top;\">Keep all flammable objects (e.g., paper, clothing, bedding, rugs) at least three feet away<\/td><td style=\"background-color:#e5f2fb; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left; vertical-align:top;\">Keep all flammable objects (e.g., paper, clothing, bedding, rugs) at least three feet away<\/td><\/tr>\n\n<tr><td style=\"background-color:#fff; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Keep children and pets away<\/td><td style=\"background-color:#fff; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Keep children and pets away<\/td><\/tr>\n\n<tr><td style=\"background-color:#e5f2fb; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Never leave a portable heater unattended<\/td><td style=\"background-color:#e5f2fb; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Never leave a fireplace unattended<\/td><\/tr>\n\n<tr><td style=\"background-color:#fff; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Do not use extension cords; plug the heater directly into an outlet<\/td><td style=\"background-color:#fff; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Use a fireplace screen to prevent embers from escaping the fireplace<\/td><\/tr>\n\n<tr><td style=\"background-color:#e5f2fb; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Try to buy a heater that shuts off automatically if it tips over<\/td><td style=\"background-color:#e5f2fb; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Make sure the embers are out completely before going to bed<\/td><\/tr>\n\n<tr><td style=\"background-color:#fff; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Place the heater on a level, nonflammable surface, like ceramic tile<\/td><td style=\"background-color:#fff; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Try to have your chimney professionally cleaned and inspected each year<\/td><\/tr>\n\n\n<\/table><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"kitchen\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px; margin-top:30px;\">Stay safe in the kitchen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the National Fire Protection Association, cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries. It makes sense when you consider how routinely people cook in the kitchen and the fact that high temperatures are usually involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"home-resources-orange-border\" style=\"width:100%;\"><strong>Kitchen Fire Safety Tips<\/strong> <ul style=\"list-style-type: '\\2713'; padding-left:10px;\"><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">Stay in the kitchen while cooking food<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">When you\u2019re done cooking, turn off the stove or oven<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">Use a timer while cooking and check the food regularly<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">Keep your stovetop clear of flammable items like potholders and towels<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">If you\u2019re sleepy or you\u2019ve consumed alcohol, don\u2019t use the stove or oven<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">Keep pets off cooking surfaces and countertops<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom:0px; margin-top:20px; font-size:18px;\"><strong>What\u2019s the best way to put out a grease fire?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If a grease fire starts in a pan, carefully slide a lid over the pan and turn off the burner. Leave the lid in place until the pan is completely cool. Moving the pan can cause serious injury, so leave it where it is. Also, never pour water on a grease fire, as it can cause the burning oil to splash and spread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"electrical\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px; margin-top:30px;\">Inspect electrical cords<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/home-electrical-safety\">Electrical fires<\/a> are another common type of home fire. They can result from several different factors, including faulty and outdated wiring, overloaded circuits and the misuse of extension cords. Here are some simple steps you can take to ensure an electrical fire doesn\u2019t happen in your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"50923\" class=\"elementor elementor-50923\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2dae5d1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2dae5d1\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a8fc7c1\" data-id=\"a8fc7c1\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2cdd3c1 resource-slider elementor--h-position-center elementor--v-position-middle elementor-arrows-position-inside elementor-pagination-position-inside elementor-widget elementor-widget-slides\" data-id=\"2cdd3c1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;autoplay_speed&quot;:13000,&quot;navigation&quot;:&quot;both&quot;,&quot;autoplay&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;pause_on_hover&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;pause_on_interaction&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;infinite&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;slide&quot;,&quot;transition_speed&quot;:500}\" data-widget_type=\"slides.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-swiper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-slides-wrapper elementor-main-swiper swiper\" role=\"region\" aria-roledescription=\"carousel\" aria-label=\"Slides\" dir=\"ltr\" data-animation=\"fadeInRight\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"swiper-wrapper elementor-slides\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-repeater-item-0f41a20 swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\"><div class=\"swiper-slide-bg\" role=\"img\"><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide-inner\" ><div class=\"swiper-slide-contents\"><div class=\"elementor-slide-heading\">Replace Worn-Out Cords<\/div><div class=\"elementor-slide-description\">Damaged cords pose a safety hazard, so replace any cord that is frayed or cracked. You should also replace cords with loose plugs or exposed wiring.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-repeater-item-eb3115f swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\"><div class=\"swiper-slide-bg\" role=\"img\"><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide-inner\" ><div class=\"swiper-slide-contents\"><div class=\"elementor-slide-heading\">Don\u2019t Overload Outlets<\/div><div class=\"elementor-slide-description\">If you plug too many electrical devices into the same outlet, you could overload the circuit or blow a fuse. Use multiple outlets instead.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-repeater-item-adc1685 swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\"><div class=\"swiper-slide-bg\" role=\"img\"><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide-inner\" ><div class=\"swiper-slide-contents\"><div class=\"elementor-slide-heading\">Don\u2019t Run Cords Under Rugs<\/div><div class=\"elementor-slide-description\">You should never run wires or cords under rugs or in high-traffic areas. The carpeting may cause the cord to overheat and catch fire.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-repeater-item-ac614af swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\"><div class=\"swiper-slide-bg\" role=\"img\"><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide-inner\" ><div class=\"swiper-slide-contents\"><div class=\"elementor-slide-heading\">Schedule an Inspection<\/div><div class=\"elementor-slide-description\">It\u2019s a good idea to get your electrical system periodically checked by a licensed electrician to make sure it\u2019s operating properly. <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-swiper-button elementor-swiper-button-prev\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Previous slide\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"eicon-chevron-left\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-swiper-button elementor-swiper-button-next\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Next slide\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"eicon-chevron-right\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<div style=\"width:100%; text-align:right; padding:5px 0px 5px 0px;\"><a href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to top >><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"escape\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px; margin-top:0px;\">Make a fire escape plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A home fire may seem like a far-fetched possibility, but they happen more often than you think. According to the National Fire Protection Association, a home fire is reported in the United States every 88 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If a fire starts in your home, you may only have a minute or two to escape once the smoke alarm sounds. That&#8217;s why it\u2019s so important to have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/home-fire-safety-plan\">home escape plan<\/a>. Keep these important tips in mind when making yours:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"home-resources-orange-border\" style=\"width:100%;\"><strong>Escape Plan Tips<\/strong> <ul style=\"list-style-type: '\\2713'; padding-left:10px;\"><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">Plan two ways to escape from each room<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">Make sure all doors and windows leading outside open easily<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">Identify a place where everyone can meet outside the home<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">If you need to pass through smoke, get low and go under it<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">If you live in a multi-story building, use the stairs, not the elevator<\/span><\/li><li style=\"color:#FF7826;\"><span style=\"color:#000; margin-left:10px; display:block;\">Once everyone is safe, have one person call 9-1-1<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom:0px; margin-top:20px; font-size:18px;\"><strong>How important is it to practice the home fire escape plan?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Practicing your fire escape plan at least twice a year is extremely important. Your family\u2019s ability to react quickly and calmly could be the reason why everyone survives. Put one adult in charge of running the practice drill and sounding the smoke alarm. Kids should be in their bedrooms when the drill starts. Everyone should try to make it to the designated meeting place in under two minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, you should practice the plan in the day as well as the night, as most fatal home fires start at night according to the National Fire Protection Association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"prevention\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px; margin-top:30px;\">Other fire prevention tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are so many ways that a fire can start in the home. As discussed, common causes include cooking, portable heaters and electrical accidents. But how to you guard against other types of home fires? Here are some additional home fire safety tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom:20px;\"><li>Many home fires are started by poorly maintained <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/fall-home-maintenance-checklist\">furnaces or stoves<\/a>. Make sure your home\u2019s heating sources are clean and in working order.<\/li><li>Have your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/spring-home-maintenance-checklist\">chimney inspected and cleaned<\/a> regularly. This will prevent creosote from building up inside the chimney.<\/li><li>Start a no-smoking policy inside your home. If you do smoke, go outside and use large, deep ashtrays.<\/li><li>Teach children that matches and lighters should be used only by adults. Store all matches and lighters up high or in a locked cabinet so kids can\u2019t access them.<\/li><li>Keep <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/fire-pit-safety-101\">fire pits<\/a> at least 10 feet from your home and any trees. Keep the fire small.&nbsp;<\/li><li>If an electric appliance smokes or has an unusual smell, unplug it immediately, then have it serviced.<\/li><li>Inspect and clean dryer filters frequently.<\/li><li>Only use kerosene heaters if allowed by law. Refuel kerosene heaters outdoors and only after they have cooled.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t use flammable liquids inside your home. If something has been soaked with a flammable liquid, discard it outside in a metal container.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>All it takes is one mishap to start a fire in your home. 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