More Than 10,000 House Fires Are Started By A Grill Every Year

6/13/2021 (Permalink)

Taking A Few Minutes To Ensure You Are Grilling Safely Could Save Your Home From Fire Damage

Did you know that seven out of every 10 adults in the U.S. have a grill or smoker. According to The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 10,200 house fires are started by grills every year on average.

Whether you grill with charcoal, wood, propane or natural gas, don't firing it up until you are sure it's safe. Embers can wreak havoc with a nearby wood pile or even your home.

Make certain that vents are clean and operable and that there are no areas that have rusted through. Take the time to thoroughly clean your grill each season. Grease buildup can cause a fire that cannot be easily extinguished. Keep your grill at least 10 feet away from your home or other combustible surfaces.

For gas grills, check and secure all gas connections to avoid gas leaks. Soapy water sprayed onto each connection and fitting will reveal an unwanted leak.

Where you place your grill is important as well. Let's start with a basic rule, never barbecue indoors, including in a garage. You can literally suffocate every living thing in your home. Don't barbecue on a wood deck if there is a chance that dry grass is growing beneath it. You can start a fire that can't be easily extinguished. Use starter fluid sensibly.

Apply it to the coals and then light your fire. Don't stand next to the fire and squirt lighter fluid onto the flames. Don't use gasoline or paint thinner to start your fire. When using a gas grill NEVER turn the gas on with the lid closed. An accumulation of gas can lead to an explosion.

If you do experience fire damage to your home call the SERVPRO of West Bradenton/Anna Maria Island (941) 792-7715.

Our professionals are experts at guiding you through the process to restore your home or business. We take a caring and emphatic approach, treating you, your home or business, and your belongings with respect.

Our team will be at your side step-by-step providing knowledge to navigate through any size fire or smoke damage.

Every fire damage event is a little different, and requires a unique solution, but the general process stays the same.

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