Health Risks Associated with Smoke, Soot, and Mold
House fires are terrifying because the flames can cause intense bodily harm that results in serious injury and even death. Once the fire is put out, many homeowners are relieved in the sense that...
Tagged: fire damage
The 5 Classes of Fire and How to Extinguish Them
There are five different classes of fires, and a different letter is used to identify each one: Class A, B, C, D, and K. It’s important to know the different classes of fires, because...
3 Most Common Places That Fires Occur
Disasters are unpredictable by nature; otherwise the damage and injuries they cause would be minimal. In the case of fires, there are some patterns about them and if you are aware of them and...
Tips for Dealing with Soot Damage
Soot is the black residue left behind on fireplace walls and charcoal grills after the flames go out. A house fire creates a great deal of it because wood, plaster, natural fibers, synthetics, foams,...
Restoring Kitchen Fire Damaged Furniture
In the aftermath of a house fire, you need to take quick and efficient measures to restore the good condition of your property and get your life back on track as soon as possible...
Fireplace Safety Tips – Prevent Fire Damage – Chimney Sweep Cost
As the weather gets colder, many families turn to the fireplace to add warmth and atmosphere to their homes. It’s great for keep utility costs low while keeping everyone nice and toasty. But this...
How Smoke and Fire Affect Electronics
Whether extremely mild or blazing with intensity, fires and the resulting smoke are damaging to electrical components. Wispy smolders stream into the environment from cigarettes or cooking; and massive smoke and fire damage can...
What to Do After a Commercial Fire
Nobody likes to think of the possibility of a commercial fire. But unfortunately, they do happen as they leave many employees without work, business owners facing significant costs in damage, and property owners with...
9 Flammable Liquids and Household Items in the Home
Many homeowners are already aware of the safety risks within their home, including mold, burning candles, leaking pipes, and more. However, there are others that pose a fire a severe risk for fire damage...
Tips for Using Your Fireplace Safely
No matter how heavy the snowfall or how severe the blizzards, you will certainly find plenty of beauty and joy in the winter season – especially when curled up in front of a crackling...
