Showing posts with label fire proofing a home. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fire proofing a home. Show all posts

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Chimney spark arrestors



Here in San Diego, we have been through 2 major fires within the last decade and I still run into this all the time...a chimney with no spark arrestor. This particular house was inspected in a rural community and it gets bone dry in the summer. Stay safe and keep your community safe. Be sure a spark arrestor is in place.

Saturday, May 14, 2011

Attic ladders



Pull Down Ladders.

So you're going to put a pull down ladder in your garage attic...Is the garage connected to your house? Does the ceiling/ladder need to be fire rated? Be sure to ask yourself these questions before you start. There are fire codes in place to keep your home safe if a fire should start in your garage (which is where most fires start). Be sure your home is safe!

Monday, August 2, 2010



Potential fire hazard--do you see it? There are clearances for different vents coming out of your water heaters and heating units. If not properly installed, they can start a fire with nearby combustibles. Keep your home safe. Hire a home inspector.