With summertime fast approaching, most people are thinking about their fun summer plans: going to the pool, camping out with friends, cooking s’mores over a fire, and so on. However, many of these fun events involve fire hazards that can result in potential fire hazards that can result in serious damage to you and your home. Here are five fire hazards to watch out for this summer:
- Cigarettes and other smoking products
- Smoking is pretty unhealthy on its own, but cigarettes can pose a much more immediate danger if not disposed of properly. Cigarettes and other smoking products can remain hot enough to start a fire if they are disposed of carelessly, especially during the hot and dry months of summer. That is why you should always make sure to dispose of cigarettes in ashtrays or other designated places, which can avoid a risk of fire hazards.
- Grills and cooking fires
- People love to cook outdoors during the summer, whether in open fire pits or over a grill. This love with outdoor cooking comes with some serious potential risks, however, as both cooking fires and grills can easily turn into disasters if not handled with care. That is why you should never leave a grill or cooking fire unattended, and take appropriate steps to minimize the risk of fire hazards.
- Fireworks
- For many people, fireworks are synonymous with summer celebrations, especially July 4. However, fireworks are incredibly dangerous when not handled with care, potentially resulting in serious harm to anyone or anything that gets hit by them. That is why you should leave fireworks to trained professionals, who know how best to safely handle them and avoid the risk of a fire.
- Propane and gasoline storage
- In anticipation of summer, many people will stock up on propane and gasoline, which is used for cooking and fuel, among other purposes. However, these useful substances are extremely flammable, and should be stored carefully out of the summer heat. Failure to properly store your gasoline or propane could pose a risk of fire hazards, as they may suddenly ignite or explode if subject to too much heat for too long.
- HVAC systems
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems are extremely useful for keeping cool during the summer, but they are not perfect. If there are any problems with an HVAC system’s fuel line or electronics, or if it does not have adequate air flow, it can cause problems that may result in a fire. That is why you should make sure to have your HVAC system regularly maintained, which significantly lowers the risk of fire in your home.
Anytime your home or other dwelling has been ruined or severely damaged, it is essential that you protect your property and the interest of your investment by enlisting the services of a Rubin and Rosen public adjuster. We can provide the assistance you need by helping you to work through the entire insurance process. If you want to make a property insurance claim and need assistance to obtain fair compensation for your losses, please give us a call at 718-376-6800 or visit our contact page.