Pet-related blazes are a leading cause of emergency fire damage each year. To protect your human and animal family as well as your property, take some preventative measures to reduce the likelihood of fire at home. Here are three tips to keep your family safe from pet-related fires.

3 Methods to Reduce the Chances of a Pet-Related Fire 

1. Never Have Open Flames in the House

Open flames like candles can easily cause fires if dogs, cats, or other animals knock them over. The National Fire Protection Association recommends avoiding this danger by using only flameless candles like those with LED bulbs. These handy devices flicker just like real candles so you won’t even notice the change. 

2. Don’t Leave the Kitchen While Cooking

Cats and dogs love exploring areas where food is left out. If left unattended, the kitchen can quickly become a fire hazard. Cats could try to walk around the range top and dogs may jump up and lean their front paws on the stove causing something to fall over and start a fire. Always stay in the kitchen while cooking to prevent these problems from happening and mitigate the need for emergency fire damage restoration.

3. Reconsider Holiday Decorations

Many pet-related fires start around the holidays. Decorations like Christmas trees and menorahs are top causes of these blazes. Keep your animals in mind when deciding on seasonal decor. Make sure any holiday lights are inaccessible and place your Christmas tree far from potential heat sources like radiators and fireplaces so they won’t catch on fire if a pet knocks them over.

If you need emergency fire damage restoration services due to an animal-related blaze contact Triple A Maintenance in Barron County, WI. Their team of talented technicians is skilled at removing odors, stains, and smoke from fire and water damage. Call (715) 458-4699 or visit the website for information on their safe, eco-friendly cleaning products and to request a free estimate so you can get started on returning your house to normal as soon as possible.