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Fire & Smoke Prevention

Fire and Smoke Prevention Tips

All Restore, LLC is a local company providing emergency mitigation, restoration/remodeling, and construction services. We specialize in remediation and mitigation clean-up for Water, Fire, Smoke, Sewage, and Mold damage. With more than 20 years of experience, you can count on our team of certified technicians to get the job done right – The First Time! Our crews are kind, courteous, and respectful of you and your property at all times. No job is too big or too small!

While helping our customers recover from fire and smoke damage, we regularly see disasters that could have been prevented. The following are a few helpful tips to prevent fire and smoke damage, and keeping your home and family safe.

HVAC fire prevention

HVC Systems

  • System maintenance should be checked by a licensed professional every year
  • If any breakage or cracks are present, then the equipment should be replaced or repaired
  • Filters should be checked and replaced regularly
  • Make sure to always keep all flammable objects at least three feet away

Space Heaters

  • Portable heaters should never be left unattended and plugged in
  • There should be at least three feet in distance between the heater and any potentially flammable objects
  • The heaters should never be left on a carpet. They should be kept on a stable surface
Appliance fire prevention

Appliances

  • Portable heaters should never be left unattended and plugged in
  • There should be at least three feet in distance between the heater and any potentially flammable objects
  • The heaters should never be left on a carpet. They should be kept on a stable surface
Prevent table lamp fires

Lamps

  • Never put hats, scarfs, towels, fabric decor, or anything else on top of or around lamps or lamp shades
  • Make sure you plug in lamps directly to outlets, never using an extension cord
  • Keep lamps at least a foot away from all objects
  • Heat lamps should be monitored frequently
Prevent electrical cord fires

Electrical Cords

  • Extension cords are designed for temporary use and are not intended to be used permanently
  • Make certain that you are using the proper type, size, length, and amperage cords
  • Only purchase and use UL (Underwriters Laboratory, Inc.) approved extension cords
  • Never run an extension cord under carpet or padding
  • Never run an extension cord through the structure of your home
  • Never permanently tape an extension cord down
Prevent fireplace fires

Fireplaces and Wood Stoves

  • Fireplaces should be swept and inspected at least once a year to remove soot and debris
  • Ashes should be kept in a container 10 feet or more away from any building or structure
  • Regular maintenance is recommended, clean routinely with a wire brush
  • Firewood should be stored at least five feet away from the fireplace
Prevent candle fires

Candles

  • Candles should not be left unattended for any length of time
  • Keep candles at least one foot away from all items
  • Do not burn your candles all the way down
  • Put candle holders on a sturdy, clear, non-flammable surface
  • Fans should be off to prevent items such as curtains from blowing toward the flame and catching on fire
  • Windows should be closed when burning a candle to avoid any drafts that could carry an ember

Oxygen Tanks

  • Oxygen tanks should never be around or near any candles, heaters, or fireplaces
  • An oxygen tank or cartridge should never come into contact with oil, grease, or lotion of any kind
  • Do not spray air fresheners in households where any oxygen tank or cartridge is present
  • Never smoke in or around oxygen tanks or cartriges