Having a house fire is one of the most devastating things that could possibly happen to anyone. For anyone to lose their life along with belongings and memories when it’s highly preventable, yet you hear it on the news regularly. The odds of this happening to you are slim however it still pays to be prepared so read on for some reminders to be sure you don’t become a victim.
Smoke Detectors & Alarms:
1) A smoke detector is useless without working batteries, almost half of fire victims thought their detectors were in working order. Get in the habit of checking yours monthly.
2) Have extra batteries on hand and change them every 6 months.
3) Smoke detectors don’t last forever and need to be replaced every 10 years. Check with your manufacturer to see what they recommend.
4) Locate detectors near the main entrance and near bedrooms.
5) Install …