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Fall is the season of warm sweaters, hot cocoa, and fires in the fireplace. Unfortunately, it’s also the season of increased fire risk. While fire restoration professionals can help bring your home back to normal after a fire, it’s best if you can prevent the problem in the first place. The team at All Care Restoration in Lincoln, NE, wants to help residents keep their homes safe.

Here, they explain some of the most common fall fire hazards and share how you can reduce the risk of a fire damaging your home.

  • Heating Systems: After a warm summer, you’ll want to turn your heating system on before the cold weather comes in earnest. However, dust and debris collecting around your heater and furnace can catch fire. Before turning on your heater, take the time to thoroughly dust around your furnace, heat vents, radiators, and electric heaters. This will reduce the risk of possible fires and help you avoid needing to hire a fire restoration professional.
  • Fire RestorationSpace Heaters: Space heaters can be a useful addition to your home’s heating system, but they’re not without their hazards. Even energy-efficient heaters draw a lot of electricity and can overload your outlets. Before plugging your space heater in, make sure the outlet is grounded and watch for sparks or smoke coming from the cord. Also be aware of where you place the heater. Try to keep them on hard floors or low-pile carpet and keep the area around the heater clear.
  • Using the Fireplace: Even if the inside of your fireplace looks clean, it’s important to have your chimney inspected prior to lighting the first fire of the season. Over time, creosote can collect along the chimney wall. Once the creosote heats up, it can catch fire. Often these fires damage the entire structure, forcing homeowners to call a fire damage restoration team to repair their house. Scheduling a chimney sweep before winter will greatly reduce the risk of chimney fires.

If you’ve had a fire in your home, don’t ignore the damage. Let the experienced fire restoration team at All Care Restoration help you rebuild your home. Visit their website for more information on their fire and water damage restoration services and call (402) 421-3779 to schedule an appointment.

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