Keep Your Home Safe From A Candle Fire

8/14/2019 (Permalink)

Candle Safety!

Candles can add to the ambiance of your home; however, they one of the primary causes of house fires. It is important to remember that a candle is an open flame that can easily ignite flammable items that are near. Keep your home a sanctuary from everyday life and safe from a candle fire. Many candle alternatives can bring your home the same warm feeling.

Some safe options are:

• Battery Operated Candles
• Oil Warmers
• LED String lights in a clear vase
• Wine Bottle with LED Lights

If the scent is what you are missing, consider:

• Oil or Wax Warmers
• Reed or Stick Diffusers
• Air Freshener Sprays
• Potpourri

If you do use candles in your home, remember to follow a few simple safety tips:

• Never leave a candle unattended.
• Keep candles should be kept out of the reach of children and pets.
• Never burn a candle on or near something flammable.

If a candle fire does happen, SERVPRO of Southwest Dallas can help. We are a loss recovery team, and our Smoke Restoration Technicians can quickly identify the full scope of the damage to your home. We work to provide effective mitigation and restoration that can save you time and money.

Call us (214) 463-5880 you encounter a fire emergency