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10 Ways to Fireproof Your Home

  • Trinity Homes AZ
Sep 28, 2020

Wildfire season is upon us. Finding ways to fireproof your home is essential in keeping your family safe while also protecting your property. Wildfires can quickly consume countless acres and pose significant risks, while a fire inside your home can be deadly in only a few seconds. However, staying proactive by fireproofing your home is a great way to maximize security and give you much-needed peace of mind.

Interested in learning more? Here are ten simple ways to fireproof your home.

1. Purchase a Fire Extinguisher

Buying a fire extinguisher is one of the most effective ways to fireproof your home. A fire extinguisher can quickly put out a fire before it rapidly spreads throughout your house. Keeping a fire extinguisher in an easy to reach place is important to ensure that it is accessible at all times.

2. Remove Dry Vegetation

Taking the extra time to remove dry vegetation around your house is essential in reducing the chance of a wildfire consuming your home. Dry vegetation is the perfect fuel for wildfires and can make it much more difficult to keep these fires away from your house. Removing dry vegetation during the spring and fall is the best time to perform these tasks.

3. Wet Down Your Roof

Flying sparks and embers from strong winds can cause the shingles on your roof to catch fire. The best way to avoid such a dire scenario is to wet down your roof if a wildfire is getting near the vicinity of your home, as a wet roof makes it much more difficult for embers to catch your house on fire.

4. Maintain Your Lawn

The vast majority of lawns go dormant during the winter months. And the long hot summer leaves grass extra dry, which poses significant risks because it is highly flammable. However, maintaining your lawn by keeping it short is important in preventing a wildfire from consuming your home.

5. Check Smoke Detectors

Changing the batteries on your smoke detectors twice a year is essential in keeping you and your family safe. It is also a good idea to test your smoke detectors on a monthly basis for an added level of security against a house fire.

6. Clean Your Gutters

Cleaning your gutters will protect the foundation of your home, while also helping you to fireproof your house. Removing built-up debris is important in limiting the chance of embers from blowing in and causing massive damage to your home.

7. Use Dual-Pane Windows

Intense heat can shatter windows in only a few minutes. However, you can easily fireproof your home by investing in dual-pane windows for an added level of protection. Dual-pane windows are also energy efficient and can save you money each month.

8. Consider Installing a Metal or Tile Roof

Investing in a metal or tile roof is a great way to protect your home against fires. Both of these products are highly resistant to fires, and they will also last for many decades.

9. Wet Down Wood Outside of Your Home

Taking the time to wet down any type of wood structures outside of your home is essential in preventing the spread of a fire. Spraying down doorways, decks, porches, and window frames is an excellent way to stay proactive against a fast-moving fire.

10. Focus on the 30-Foot Rule

Keeping flammable objects at least thirty feet from your home is essential in fireproofing your house. Keeping propane grills away from your home while also removing tall trees nearby is important in providing much-needed protection against fire dangers.

Conclusion

Following these safety tips can play a crucial role in fireproofing your home. Always staying proactive is critical in staying safe and limiting the destructive impact of a fire. It’s important to keep looking for ways to further fireproof your home in order for you and your family to stay safe against fires.

For more safety tips, give the building experts at Trinity Homes AZ a call, or visit our website.

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