The winter months are filled with holiday after holiday. So naturally, it is a time of year that is filled with happiness, joy, and all things self-satisfying. However, it should also be a time that is about home safety. If you have not had the fire alarm system in your home serviced in some time, the winter and holiday season is an excellent time to do so.
More Cooking
During the holiday season, the average person tends to cook more. You might be cooking a turkey and baking a pie at the same time — needless to say, a lot is going on. Whether it is a work potluck, an annual holiday party with close friends, or a family dinner, there is more action in the kitchen.
Unfortunately, this uptick in kitchen activity can slightly increase the threat of a fire, such as a grease fire. A well-functioning fire alarm system will serve as a critical tool in this sort of scenario, so you want to make sure the entire alarm system is ready to be activated when necessary.
House Guests
Another thing that comes along with the holiday season is house guests. The more house guests you have, the more things that can happen. Whether it is a relative who does not practice the same fire safety practices as you do or increased demand on an already jeopardized electrical system, there are several fire risks.
Fire alarm systems are designed to use infrared technology to detect the presence of smoke in the air — even a small amount of smoke. Upon detection, the alarm activates and sends off a notification so that you can react quickly. Routine service ensures the fire alarm system is ready to act when necessary.
Holiday Decorations
If you get into the season, you may even have a tree or two around your home and plenty of lights, both on the exterior and interior of your house. Faulty light systems or an overloaded circuit can significantly increase the risk of an electrical fire.
Fire alarm systems can detect a fire from any source. In the unfortunate event that you have a dangerous issue with your decorations, it is vital to the safety of your family that the alarm system activates and alerts you of a fire as soon as possible. An inspection by a professional is one way to go about this goal.
If your system needs to be serviced, make certain you contact a company that offers fire alarm services at your earliest convenience.
Share24 November 2020
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