2020 Home Safety Checklist

1/2/2020 (Permalink)

Wishing a safe and happy 2020.

Happy New Years! Start the year off right.....Keep your family and possessions safe by following this home safety checklist:

• Ensure each level of your home has a working fire alarm and carbon monoxide detector
• Create a fire escape plan with your family
• Prepare a home emergency kit
• Invest in a fire proof safe to keep all your irreplaceable/important documents protected
• Get your vents/air ducts & dryer vent cleaned!
• Check appliances (even hair dryers and lamps) for worn or frayed cords. Damaged cords should be replaced and discarded.
• Avoid “knock-off” electrical products. (these products can easily overheat or short circuit)
• Check extension cords and wall sockets- do not overload
• Don’t run cords under rugs or carpeting.
• Change your air filter and inspect your furnace
• Check your range hood and fan are fully vented and free of greasy buildup
• Check your basement for foundation cracks or damage

Lastly, create a home inventory of your belongings. Take pictures or make a video. Keep those receipts! Take pictures of receipts and file them. If you have to make a claim you will need proof of purchase!

Wishing you all a great start to 2020. For more tips, check out our other blogs at https://www.SERVPROkelowna.com/blog/