If You Can Gaze Into the Future... | Preventing Accidents at Home

9/16/2020 (Permalink)

We’ve approached week 3 of the National Preparedness Month. This week, We will discuss the importance of preparing for disaster.

Wouldn’t it be great you knew a disaster was coming before it happens? Just imagine, you’re sitting down, enjoying your meal with your family. Then suddenly, you get an odd flash in your eyes and you’re able to catch a glimpse of your ruined basement that has been flooded by next week’s hurricane. Now that you know what’s going to happen, you’d set yourself up however you can, and immediately!

But, unless you’re a Disney Channel character, you probably don’t have psychic abilities. However, there are simple ways to prevent accidents from becoming catastrophic or from happening at all. Here is a comprehensive suggestions list to prevent further damages.

Preventing Accidents At Home

• Make an emergency plan
• Changing smoke detector batteries as soon as they die
• Have your wiring installation checked at least once every five years by an approved contractor, or straight away if you are buying an older property
• Opening windows and turning off suppliers if you suspect a gas leak
• Taking out built-up lint from the dryer vent  
• Have electric blankets serviced and checked regularly
• Never leave any pans unattended while cooking. 

Despite how trivial these suggestions may be, many accidents could have been avoided if simple tasks would have been implemented. But until you’re able to see into the future, we strongly encourage preparing for the worst. Lastly, as always, if you need any additional help while dealing with home damages, SERVPRO is always here to help.

For more information on how to prevent an accident at home visit https://www.rospa.com/Home-Safety/Advice/General/Preventing-Accidents-in-the-Home.aspx and ready.gov