As seasons change, SERVPRO of Carbondale-Marion is prepared to help with fire damage

9/9/2024 (Permalink)

The kitchen of this log home sustained heavy fire damage. SERVPRO not only cleaned up the damage, but rebuilt the fire-damaged parts of the home.

As the seasons begin to shift in Southern Illinois, the risk for fire damage increases in the Carbondale and Marion areas.

In 2022, Illinois fire departments were called to 1.4 million incidents that left 92 people dead and caused more than $476 million in property damage, according to the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal.

With that in mind, it's important to reduce the risk of fire as colder weather begins to creep into the Midwest.

To reduce risk, remember to:

• Turn off space heaters before falling asleep. 
• Check space heaters for damaged cords or plugs. 
• Plug space heaters directly into wall outlets.

In addition, overloading outlets, misusing extension cords, and using old or worn appliances and electrical cords can all increase the risk of fire.

When you're looking to protect yourself from the cold this winter, remember to also stay diligent in protecting yourself from the risk of fire.

If you do experience a fire in your home or business, you can trust the fire experts at SERVPRO of Carbondale-Marion for a comprehensive inspection to help you navigate the process.