Space Heaters - are you safe from a fire?

12/22/2023 (Permalink)

Space heaters can assist in heating colder areas of your home.

As the temperature is beginning to fall below freezing, you may want to resort to an additional heating source for some areas of your home that may be hard to keep warm.  Space heaters are often the source of that additional heat so make sure you are following all safety precautions when using a space heater in your home.

• Place the heater at least 3 feet away from furniture, bedding and curtains.
• Never leave the space heater unattended especially around small children and pets
• Keep heaters out of high traffic areas of your home.
• Plug heaters directly into electrical outlets (DO NOT use an extension cord)
• Heaters should be placed on a level – flat surface (never place on carpet)
• Unplug your space heater when not in use.

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Merry Christmas!