It is everyone’s worst nightmare to suffer a fire within their arm. While various fire alarm systems and fire protection services have been in place for years … automatic fire sprinklers, for example, have been around since 1874 … the effectiveness of some of those most commonly used is not always guaranteed. When installing fire alarm systems, you should make sure that choice you make is based not on what comes to mind first, or what is most broadly used. Make sure that what you choose is actually effective … based on hard facts and not hearsay.

Smoke Alarms: Not As Effective As You Might Think

Smoke alarms are a widely used fire alarm service to do their small size and convenience. Though relied upon by millions of people, their actual effectiveness, particularly when used without any other fire protection or fire alarm systems, is doubtful. Your risk of dying during a fire is about one … third when smoke alarms are present, or half if they’re actually working, which is always risky. In contrast, a sprinkler system cuts the risk of death by 80%! While smoke alarms not bad, they cannot be used alone.

Fire Sprinklers: Both Alarms And Suppression

The beauty of a fire sprinkler system is the fact that it functions both as an alarm and a fire suppression system. Many sprinklers “go off” as soon as smoke or a small fire is detecting, not only alerting you but extinguishing the danger. Although it’s true that a sprinkler system is more extensive and complicated than a simple smoke alarm, that’s because it has more to offer. Moreover, a commercial fire sprinkler system can be installed, maintained, and repaired through one contractor, making your involvement as minimal as you wish it to be. When looking for a comparison between the cost and work to that which would go into repairing or rebuilding your home after a fire, there is none.

Fire Extinguishers: Portable, Easy To Use, And Fast

We often associate fire extinguishers with professional firefighters. However, they can be bought for personal use and are in fact an excellent method of fire suppression, particularly if you’re trying to stop a small fire before it gets out of control. Some are intimidating by the prospect of learning to extinguish a fire on their own, but the process is actually quite simple. According to a recent study, 98% of participants were able to successfully use a fire extinguisher without training. The steps are simple: pull the pin, squeeze the trigger, and discharge the extinguisher.

As you can see, there are easy and cost … effective ways to protect your home from fires. You just need to remember the goal: not to take the easy way out, but to save lives.