National Fire Prevention Month 2022
Throughout the United States people celebrate National Fire Prevention Month during October. National Fire Prevention Month is a time to make sure that your home is best prepared to prevent fires and protect you from accidents. One great way to save yourself from preventable fires is by having home inspections performed regularly! Rather than simply having one before buying a house, regular home inspections can help you prevent fires and other safety concerns by noticing issues before they become a problem. Common Causes of House Fires The leading cause of house fires in the United States is unattended cooking or accidents in the kitchen. While this cannot be prevented by a home inspection, it can be prevented by maintained awareness! When cooking, it is important to always stay near food, just in case the worst happens. Otherwise, it’s important to have a smoke detector nearby and a fire extinguisher to minimize damage if a fire were to break out. If you aren’t sure how close a ...