Most Probable Causes of House Fires

6/10/2022 (Permalink)

Kitchen fires are very common in the realm of fire damage

Our team here at SERVPRO Burlington/Middlebury would like our Vermont community to be aware of the most likely ways in which a fire can occur in your home. According to U.S. Fire Departments, there are about 358,500 home structure fires that occur each year on average. Fires can happen unexpectedly, but there are several common reasons why fires occur.

• Candles
• Washers
• Dryers
• Children playing with fire
• Cooking 
• Electrical and Lighting 
• Lightning 
• Christmas Trees
• Smoking

These are only several causes of a house fire, but that is only the tip of the iceberg. If you or someone you know has been affected by a fire, call us immediately at SERVPRO of Burlington/Middlebury to ensure the situation is properly addressed. We provide service 24/7, including holidays, so our team is always on call and ready to take on any job. Trust your local community professionals so that you can have peace of mind during trying times.