How to Practice Fire Safety When Cooking | SERVPRO of East Cobb

9/2/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of East Cobb is here to help you recover after a home fire. From emergency boardup, smoke and odor removal to structural and textile cleaning.

Because many of us use our kitchens every day without incident, it can be easy to discount the very real risk of cooking fires breaking out in our homes. Cooking fires are actually the most common cause of house fires in the United States, and because of high heat, grease and open flames, they can often grow out of control in a short amount of time.

Fortunately, taking the proper precautions can make all the difference when it comes to how safe your cooking setup is. By being aware of how to stay fire-safe in the kitchen, you can significantly reduce the chances that a cooking fire will happen in your own home. Read on for our favorite tips!

Tips for Fire Safety When Cooking at Home

| Keep the Area Around Your Stovetop Clear | Many cooking fires are caused by total accidents, such as a dish towel or wooden cooking utensil getting too close to a stove top that is switched on and catching fire. Establish a safe zone around your stove and avoid keeping any flammable objects there so you can reduce the chances of sudden flames beginning.

| Never Leave Your Food Unattended | If you are roasting or simmering a dish for the long haul, it can be tempting to leave the room and return to your food later—however, this can be extremely dangerous. Avoid leaving the stove or oven on if no one will be in the room, as that can lead to a fire that is allowed to grow out of hand rapidly.

| Be Careful When Handling Hot Grease | Grease fires are especially dangerous because they do not respond to water, and hot grease can cause serious burns. Avoid throwing hot grease into the trash can, as it can ignite flammable items and start a trash fire until it cools down.

| Always Keep a Fire Extinguisher in the Kitchen | While preventing cooking fires is the most important thing, extinguishing them is the best second line of defense. Keeping a fire extinguisher at the ready is a must for any kitchen, and make sure that it is the right kind and that you know how to operate it.

*If your home has suffered fire damage, you can count on SERVPRO of East Cobb to restore your property to preloss condition. We have years of experience working with insurance companies like State Farm, Farmers, Travelers, The Hartford and many more, as well as homeowners who choose to self-pay to restore their homes. Contact us 24/7 for immediate service or visit www.SERVPROeastcobbga.com to learn more about how we can handle household fire damage.