Monday, September 17, 2007

A Fall Home Checkup Can Save Your Life

by Jill Steele © 2006, All Rights Reserved



According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), heating equipment is the leading cause of fires in homes during December, January and February. Why the rise? Because when the chill of fall sets in, most people break out some source of heat. Whether a fireplace, heating & air unit or space heater, any time you increase the use of heat there is a greater likelihood of fire.



In addition, rising fuel costs may tempt some to use alternate means of heating their homes in order to save money. However, the risk far outweighs any small monetary benefits you will receive.



Even if home security alarm systems are in use, it only makes good sense to take pr View the rest of this article


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