Avoid Property Damage this by Following these Tips!

10/21/2021 (Permalink)

Have a safe Turkey Day from your friends here at SERVPRO of Torrance!

Thanksgiving is a time to convene with friends and family, delight in a delicious feast and reminisce about the things we are thankful for in life. You do not expect grave accidents such as kitchen fires or any other mishap during this time of the year. At SERVPRO, we care and want you to be informed on how to prevent property damage at your home. The following are things you should watch out for as we enter the festive season.

• Kitchen Fires

With guests coming in, it is easy to get distracted while prepping and cooking food. Kitchen fires spread widely and can cause grave property damage. It is advisable to check on the food frequently, especially those cooking in the oven. Turkey, for instance, cooks for a long time. Therefore, it is important that you set a timer to avoid overcooking or burning the long awaited stake. Also, ensure that whoever is cooking is wearing loose, billowing cloth. Most often than not, the fabric can easily catch fire. Better still, ensure that there are no flammable items near the oven’s flame. Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol during cooking. You want to be grateful in a safe environment that will not put the lives of your friends at risk.

• Electric Appliances

You ought to ensure that all appliances are turned off when leaving the house. Check that the alarm is working in case kids want to be naughty in other areas of the room. In case there are faulty appliances, keep them out of reach or have them fixed. Security alarms are often equipped with fire alarms. Consider checking that there are no loose wires in every electric equipment you have in the house.

• Insurance Policies

As a homeowner hosting a group of people at your place, it is advisable to review the insurance policies to ensure they are shielded in the event of an unanticipated accident. For example it is highly advisable to check the social host liability regulations in your state so they are aware of their liability if a guest suffers home or when the property is damaged. You should consider having an umbrella policy to avoid limitations on coverage or denial of the protection for social host liability. SERVPRO of Torrance is also dedicated to help in these areas, do not hesitate to call us in case of anything.

Happy thanksgiving!