Space Heaters

3/21/2022 (Permalink)

Spring has finally arrived. You think to yourself the weather is warm and now I can enjoy the sunshine. But then you quickly realize that it still gets chilly in the morning and during the night  when you are getting ready for bed. Due to the lingering cold weather, you don’t quite put away your heater as you use it in the morning and night time to warm yourself up. However, it is important to remain cautious of space heaters at all times even if they are used less frequently. Because they provide you with warmth and comfort it is easy to forget that space heaters are a high risk of starting a fire.

There are several things you can do to minimize the risk of a fire when using a space heater. First, you want to make sure that it is in good condition. If it is flawed there is a higher chance it can overheat or damage the outlets it is connected to, possibly causing sparks. Also be aware of using a power strip, as it may damage anything connected to it. If so, then those items will also run a risk of causing a fire. To reduce the chances of your space heater falling over it should be placed on a flat surface or the floor.  Also, they shouldn't be placed on a flammable surface. For example, if it is placed on a cabinet made of wood there is a higher chance it can start a fire due to the heat contacting the wood. Wherever you place it, make sure to keep it at least a couple feet away from anything that is easily flammable. This includes curtains, clothing, your bed, cotton materials, papers, and so on. 

Remember that if you are using a space heater do not leave it unsupervised for long periods of time as it can become dangerous quickly. If you ever have any fire damage then SERVPRO of South Pasadena/San Marino is experienced in dealing with fire damages and we can help you deal with your problem. We are available at (626) 852-9922. We are also available 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days per year.