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How To Prevent Home Fires
How To Prevent Home Fires
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How To Prevent Home Fires

Home fires are a daily reality in the U.S., with statistics from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) showing that an estimated 358,500 home fires…

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June 03, 2026
How To Prevent Home Fires

Home fires are a daily reality in the U.S., with statistics from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) showing that an estimated 358,500 home fires occur every year. It is also estimated that nearly 4,000 Americans die every year in home fires. Losing your home or a loved one to a home fire is a scary thought, but there are measures you can take to prevent home fires.

At Tidal Wave Response, we’ve compiled practical tips that will help you prevent home fires and protect your family and home.

Inspect Your Heating Systems Regularly

Heating systems such as space heaters, furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, and fireplaces are among the leading causes of home fires. Failing to maintain heating systems regularly and leaving them unattended significantly increases the risk of fire. It’s advisable to have all the heating systems you use in your home inspected regularly to ensure they’re working properly. You should also keep flammable items away from heating sources.

Pay Attention When Cooking

Cooking-induced fires are among the main causes of home fires in the U.S. If you’re cooking, ensure you avoid interruptions and never leave the kitchen unattended when cooking any kind of food. If you must leave the kitchen, turn off the stove or let someone else watch over the food. You should also clean your cookware to prevent grease and fat from building up over time.

Store Flammable Products Safely

Most homes are full of flammable products which tend to combust when placed close to heating sources. You should ensure flammable items such as household cleaners, hand sanitizers, paints, and cosmetics are stored in a cool dry place.

Practice Safe Habits

You can prevent a home fire by following these rules.

  • Properly extinguish smoking materials
  • Never burn candles near anything that might catch fire
  • Position your grill or fire pit away from anything that might start a fire
  • Keep barbecues clean and well maintained

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Cassandra Abdus-Salaam

Alpharetta, GA

Hi. I don’t know where to start. John and Tidal wave his company were and still are a blessing from my Lord. One morning in January of this year I went down stairs and stepped in a puddle of water it was flooded. I also passed out. This was the second one in less than a year. I stood there for a minute and just cried. All I could think of was my insurance company may not take care of it a second time even if it was for a different leak. The last claim they paid out $23,000 for…

John Ayer

Atlanta, GA

John Mayer, Principal of Tidal Wave Response, and his project management team, lead by Colin Galubinski, has completed the restoration of my home in record time. The work included, but was not limited to the following: 1) Professional water leak detection 2) Professional plumbing that removed the concrete slab and backfill material, found and repaired the PEX cold water pipe 3) Backfilled and placed concrete to finish grade 4) Packed the furniture to storage. Restored the furniture without incident nor damage. 5) Dehumidified and removed the damaged carpet and hardwoods. 6) Cleaned the concrete surface and installed the new hardwoods.…

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Brookhaven, GA

I have worked in sales and also have experience in launching my own business. It is rare that you find a company that genuinely has your best interest in mind. Not only was John helpful outside of his business’ expertise, but he sent Chris to do a *free* evaluation of our water damage. John and Chris were both genuine and personable. They cared about what our situation was and they weren’t looking to get any sort of “fee” for their time. These are the kind of people you trust to handle big, catastrophic water damage to. I have previously had…

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Chamblee, GA

While others might categorize John as a fast talker, but on the other hand. I saw a man that's passionate about his business and willing to help others elevate their present situation. In early December 2022, our laundry room floor and wall got water damaged due to leakage from the hotline pipe, and other rooms got impacted due to water spreading. So, I reached out to John and he assured me they'll do everything within their power to get our house done before Christmas day. Boy was he right! John and the tidalwave response team were professional, helpful and got…

Anne Berman

Cumming, GA

We did not plan to renovate our terrace level but when the hot water heater leaked and flooded the entire area, Tidal Wave was recommended to us by the plumber who installed the new hot water heater. John, the owner was at our house the same evening and mitigation started early the next morning. The crew professionally removed wet drywall, flooring, and baseboard. Fans and dehumidifiers ran for several days and then the fun began. With Colin's help we were able to choose updated flooring, repaint a color of our choice, and new trim was installed. Everything was completed professionally.…

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Decatur, GA

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Meme Dupree

Doraville, GA

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Duluth, GA

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Randy Fann

Dunwoody, GA

Had a shaky start with this particular project but I must say the owner took charge and corrected all the remaining issues. I will say that this particular job was the absolute worst I have taken on in 45 yrs. My hat is off to Mike and his crew and Allan was superb in making sure everything was done correctly. Thank you for your follow-up on this project guys. And Allan thank you especially for your thoroughness in making sure it was completed correctly.

Kadeja Edwards

Johns Creek, GA

Unfortunately, my water heater was old, cracked, and leaking water onto the supported area in my garage. I needed to replace the water heater with a new one, but the plumber told me that in order to meet the city code, I would have to handle the water damage first. I called out tidal wave (who I’ve worked with before), and they came out the very next day to cut out the affected area and treat for mold. This is my second issue with water in my house and tidal wave has taken care of both issues. They are fast,…

Use Surge Protectors

Electrical voltage spikes or surges carry a risk of electrical fires, especially when you've not installed surge protectors. You should consider installing a whole-house surge protector to safeguard your plug-in electronics from electrical surges.

It’s also a good idea to inspect your electrical wiring from time to time to check for signs of damage. Exposed cords can come into contact with water and start a fire.

Reasons to Choose Tidal Wave

We Bill Your Insurance Directly

We Bill Your Insurance Directly

We Accept All Insurance Claims

We Accept All Insurance Claims

Licensed & Certified Technicians

Licensed & Certified Technicians

30 Minutes Response Time

30 Minutes Response Time

Locally & Family Owned

Locally & Family Owned

24/7 Emergency Service

24/7 Emergency Service

Never an Overtime Charge

Never an Overtime Charge

Install Smoke Detectors in Your Home and Inspect Them Regularly

Smoke detectors provide an early warning of a potential fire, allowing you to catch the problem before the situation gets out of hand. Ensure you inspect your smoke detectors at least once every month to ensure they’re in good condition.

Keep A Fire Extinguisher in Your House

It's recommended to keep a fire extinguisher on every floor in your house in case a fire breaks out.

Looking for Fire Damage Restoration? Tidal Wave Response

If you suffer fire damage in your home and need fire damage restoration, you can rely on Tidal Wave Response to help you restore your home to its pre-loss condition.

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