Daily Things to Do to Prevent a House Fire

No one thinks their house will catch fire, but accidents happen. Our priority is keeping you, your

family, and your home safe! We want you to keep your home intact, so we came up with some things you can do to prevent the common causes of house fires:

·         Clean Your Stove - Built up grease can easily catch fire when you are cooking if you do not clean it often.

·         Check Your Dryer - Always clean the lint filter before putting another load of clothes in the dryer. It is also important to clean out your dryer vent regularly because lint can build up and start a fire.

·         Check the electrical cords - You should never use an electrical cord that is frayed. This goes for headphones and phone chargers too.

·         Batteries - Many people keep their batteries all in one drawer. However, if the ends touch it can spark. These sparks have been known to start house fires. If possible keep the batteries in their original package.

These are just a few of the many things that can start a house fire, so it is important to be prepared for the worst. Our emergency escape ladder will allow the whole family to reach safety even if you have a multi-story home. Call us today at (800) 736-4022 with any questions regarding our ladders or your family’s safety.  

Three Things You Can Do to Help Prevent a Fire in Your Home

According to the National Fire Protection Association, house fires claimed the lives of almost 2,700

people in 2015. In that same year, over 360,000 house fires were reported. How do we reduce this statistic and, most importantly, make sure it doesn’t happen to our families? Here are three simple things that you can to help prevent a fire from happening in your home.

Smoke Alarms – If you are building a home, it is required by law that you have hard-wired alarms on each level of your home. If you live in an existing home, it is recommended that you have smoke alarms installed on every level of your home and outside of bedrooms. Not only making sure that you have the correct number of alarms installed, but also checking the smoke alarms functionality twice a month and replacing batteries as needed can help to prevent a fire in your home.

Limit Candle Usage – While it may seem like a small way to prevent a fire, it is important to limit the candle usage in your home for safety purposes. Making sure that you never leave a candle unattended and that when it is lit, the candle is away from flammable items can also help to prevent a house fire from happening to you.

Portable Heater Usage – Space heaters and other types of portable heating units are a common cause of house fires for a variety of reasons. It is important to remember that if you are using one, keep it away from any items that can catch fire and unplugged when not in use. Preventative measures can help to stop a fire before it starts.

If you are looking to go the extra mile in keeping your family safe in case of a house fire, our escape ladders for homes can help. Visit us and shop our entire collection of escape ladders for homes today at ResQLadder.com.

Why Family Safety Plans are Necessary

When thinking of emergency safety plans, many families feel that their family knows what to do. However, having a unified plan and talking regularly with your family can ensure that everyone is safe if the need to use the plan arises. Here are a few points to talk about when reviewing your emergency procedure:

Know where to meet up. Having a unified meeting place outside your home can be crucial to ensuring everyone is safe. Choose a meeting place that is away from any possible danger, like the sidewalk by your home or outside a nearby neighbor’s home. By designating a location, you can quickly take count of who is there and inform the authorities who is missing.

Have an exit partner. If you have small children or elderly in your home, you should discuss who is in charge of helping them exit the home. This way, all individuals are accounted for and those who need it are helped out.

Know where your exits are. Everyone should know two ways out of a room in the event one exit is blocked. Remind your family to use the door, and not the doorknob, when checking if a room has fire. Show everyone how to use an emergency ladder if escaping from upper levels of your home.

Update your plan regularly. Updating supplies, telling new household members, and revising plans regularly can keep everyone ready for an emergency. Make sure emergency numbers are written down and visible in the home, as well as programmed in cellular devices.

By staying informed and updated, you and your family have the best chances of staying safe in an emergency. Contact us to learn more about our emergency ladder selections.