Smoke Alarms Are Life Savers

7/22/2019 (Permalink)

Smoke alarms should be placed in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level, including the basement.

Smoke alarms save lives when properly installed and maintained, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). 

In homes, smoke alarms should be placed in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level, including the basement. Extra smoke alarms may be needed in large homes.

Test smoke alarms monthly using the test button. Smoke alarms with non-replaceable batteries need the entire smoke alarm unit replaced every ten years. Other alarms need batteries replaced every year and the unit replaced every ten years. If the alarm chirps signaling low battery, take the proper steps to replace the unit or the batteries immediately. Never disable or remove the battery from an alarm. Almost half of the fires where smoke alarms were present but did not activate had missing or disconnected batteries (NFPA).

Be sure your home has a fire emergency plan in place and conduct regular fire drills with your family.

Fire Facts: 

• 7 people die every day from home fires
• 36 people suffer injuries as a result of home fires every day
• $7 billion property damage occurs every year from home fires

If you have a fire in your home, call SERVPRO Fernandina Beach/Jacksonville Northeast at 904.729.2401. We’ll treat your belongings with care and get your home back to normal.