3 Tips For Fireplace Safety

If you have a fireplace in your home, there’s no reason why you wouldn’t want to use it to keep warm this winter instead of cranking up the thermostat. It’s a great way to save on your monthly home heating bill, and there’s nothing quite as relaxing as sitting in front of a fire. However, a fireplace can quickly turn from a source of comfort and warmth to a potentially major hazard. Fireplaces are reportedly the cause of more than 40% of all home fires, but these disasters can often be prevented be following these tips.

1. Have your chimney maintained and inspected each fall. Autumn is the perfect time to hire a professional company to clean your chimney and look it over. They will keep a careful eye out for any obstructions, damage, and overall soundness of the chimney.

2. Build a proper and safe fire. When building a fire in the fireplace, be sure that logs are placed far back. Avoid any flammable liquids as the fumes can float up into the chimney and cause an explosion.

3. Always use a fireplace cover. An effective fireplace cover or door may run you a little bit of money, but it’s a necessary and worthwhile investment. Embers can easily shoot out without one, which can cause a rug, furniture or other items to catch on fire.

In the Downriver area, Downriver Roofers is the trusted choice for all of your chimney needs including inspections, weather related emergencies, maintenance and repairs, and installations and replacements. For a free, no obligation inspection, call 734-548-9919 or visit downriverroofers.com today!