A Smoke Alarm Could Save Your Life!

1/2/2020 (Permalink)

Smoke alarms that are installed and maintained can reduce death, and fire injuries. When a fire starts, smoke spreads quickly and a smoke alarm will detect it in order to get you out of your home! 

According to the National Fire Protection Association,

• Closed doors in homes slows down the spread of heat and fire.
• Make sure there is a smoke detector in every bedroom and outside of each sleeping area. There should be a smoke detector on each level of the house.
• Electrical smoke alarms are safer than battery, they will be interconnected and when one sounds, they all will. 
• Make sure you test the smoke alarm at least once a month. You can just press the test button to be sure it is working. 
• When you hear a smoke alarm sounding, go outside and stay outside. Do not go back inside of your home for anything!
• Smoke detectors need to be replaced every ten years. 

With any questions you may have regarding fire or smoke damage in a home within Thomas, Colquitt & Grady Counties or any surrounding areas, give us a call at 229-236-1902