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Common Causes Behind Home Fire Damage

Fires occur in the United States more often than you think. On average, fire departments in this country respond to a fire every 24 seconds. That includes responding to structure, house, and outside property fires. This amounts to thousands of injuries, deaths, and billions of dollars in damages. Knowing how to prevent fires is essential. Unfortunately, avoiding fires is becoming more challenging because the world relies more on electronics. Understanding the most common fire causes can help you be more aware of preventative measures to take. Here are five common fire damage causes and safety tips to know.

Cooking Mishaps

When cooking, stay in the kitchen. Studies show almost 50 percent of residential fires occur due to cooking accidents. It may involve leaving a hot pan with food unattended or grease overheating. Keep appliances clean and change out old utensils to reduce the risk of fire danger in the kitchen.

Electrical Wiring

Studies show about 7% of residential fires are caused by electrical issues. These fires can be most dangerous because they can occur in the home without notice. They can spread before someone is aware a fire is present. If you have concerns about your electrical wiring, have it checked out by an electrician. They can check your wiring to see if it’s up to date, replace any old wiring, and be aware of electrical cords throughout your home.

Dry Christmas Trees

Christmas tree fires are reported each year, with many fire departments reporting they are the most common reason fires are reported around the holidays. If you have a live Christmas tree and decorate it with electrical lights, ensure it has moisture to avoid catching fire. Avoid leaving lights on for extended periods. Also, be mindful of where you hang holiday lights in your home. Some people hang them near a fireplace which is another fire hazard.

Cigarette Smoking

Using cigarettes and candles in the home increases the chances of a fire. Whether you smoke a cigar or cigarette, ensure it is put out entirely in the ashtray. Avoid leaving a lit candle unattended, and be careful when smoking inside your home.

Accidents and Unintentional Acts

Studies show about 8% of residential fires are caused by accidents or carelessness. Be aware of what you’re doing and your surroundings. Be smart and practice preventative and safety measures at home to keep fire risk low.

If a fire occurs in your home, consider working with fire damage restoration professionals if you need restoration services. They can respond to your situation quickly by removing debris and getting the restoration process started as quickly and efficiently as possible.

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S B.
15:38 14 Mar 25
Dwyer Restotation Center as my pick after talking to 4 other companies!Dan Dwyer is an extremely detailed man and has a goal of doing excellent work in your home. Excellent communication throughout the process and all of his office staff are on the ball! Thank you so much to the Dwyer !
Patricia G
17:39 27 Jan 25
We had quite a bit of damage from a tornado/storm back in May 2024. So we needed a lot of work.We had used Dwyer Restoration when we lived in Rockport Tx. Which was from Hurricane Harvey in 2017.He was our Angel.All the work then and now here in San Marcos TX. The staff and workers have done an outstanding job.We have another project in the works now.He is a man of word and will always leave the customer satisfied with the project.We will continue to use Dwyer Restoration.
Brittany S.
18:23 14 Dec 24
Oh. My. Gosh. I have known about Dwyer for ages, but never in a million years did I think I would need to call a restoration company…until the day came. They were quick, professional, and EXTREMELY knowledgeable. I didn’t question for a second that they knew what they were doing, and they thoroughly answered every question I had along the way. Dwyer, I cannot thank you enough for your help during such a stressful time!
janet B.
20:21 01 Dec 24
Dwyer Restoration is an exemplary company. The staff is knowledgeable, professional and will go above and beyond to complete the job. From top to bottom this company is ready on day one. It was such a pleasure to work with each and every person at this company. I am so grateful for all of them. When disaster strikes this is the only company I want at my side. Bravo Dwyer Restoration Bravo
Julia L.
22:03 28 Oct 24
Great experience working with the Dwyer Team. I would definitely recommend them to others.
Sharon B.
15:11 24 Oct 24
The work project was well done. I was impressed that the owner made site visits even though this was a relatively small project. I appreciated the excellent communication and quality of service. I highly recommend Dwyer Restoration.
David K.
17:40 15 Oct 24
The management representative and all the service personnel were exceptionally communicative and capable.
Gary W.
19:06 04 Oct 24
I had water damage in my master bathroom. Dwyer restoration did a fantastic job fixing the damaged area to where it looks like nothing happened. Very courteous and very professional. Great to work with. I highly recommend them
Jesse S.
00:29 05 Aug 24
Dan and his entire crew were amazing. There were some hiccups along the way (had to change project managers part way through which was out of anyone’s hands). Our new project manager Edward was awesome. The one issue we had was with the subcontractor painting company. Dwyer built us beautiful new cabinets and to this day the paint job is what I would call “satisfactory.” In the end it was quite clear these painters were only going to do enough for a satisfactory job and that is where we left it because we didn’t want to have them come back for a 9th (literally) time. Dan Dwyer and Edward pushed hard to get them to fix things even going as far as to sit here and supervise while they worked. In the end the painters were just lazy and you can’t really fix that. The lesson here is absolutely use Dwyer Restoration. They are prompt, kind, fair, hardworking people and we would use them again in a heartbeat. Their internal survey got an 8/10 overall because of these painters but I do believe deserve a 5 star rating on here because they deserve your business and will not do you wrong. The second lesson is DO NOT use Carnival Painting if you actually want a quality paint job.
Jordan W.
21:35 25 Jul 24
I recently had the pleasure of working with Dwyer Restoration to address significant water damage and mold issues in my home. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional, and I couldn't be more satisfied with their service.From the moment I contacted them, the team at Dwyer Restoration was responsive and professional. They arrived promptly for the initial assessment, thoroughly inspected the damage, and provided a clear and detailed schedule to address the issues.The remediation work was carried out efficiently and meticulously. Their team also took great care to protect the unaffected areas of my home. I was particularly impressed with their attention to detail and commitment to quality. My cabinets were needing to be rebuilt, all drywall at the kitchen peninsula was replaced, textured, painted and caulked better than it had been previously when the home was new.I highly recommend their services. Their professionalism, expertise, and dedication to customer satisfaction make them the best choice for home remediation needs.
Gary D.
15:13 13 Mar 23
We hired Dwyer to do a full kitchen remodel after consulting with a number of local remodel and restoration companies. Their bid was comprehensive and detailed (almost a little overwhelming). They were quick to answer questions and turn the bid back around with adjustments.The trade workers were competent and always polite. There were a few bumps as I would have expected with any major project. Dwyer responded to each concern in a timely and fair manner. In the end we were very happy with the result and would be willing to use them again.Some details about the project:* removed a load-bearing column and replaced with a LVL span. This required adjusting plumbing, electrical and HVAC around the area, as well as working with the city and a structural engineer for approval.* replaced 4' fluorescent bulb lighting with recessed LEDs.* custom cabinets (amazing work on this!) and new counters. This included converting the kitchen island into a peninsula.* rebuild pantry with a slightly different footprint to better utilize space.The majority of the work was done over about 60 days, with touch-ups and adjustments going on about a month longer.
Kari P.
01:52 18 Aug 20
My neighbor ran his car through my house in December 2019. The entire left side of my house was a huge hole and destroyed. Dwyer Restoration was recommended as the "disaster specialists". I am SO GLAD I hired them out of the 7 others I had come out to give me bids. They were the absolute BEST in the business to work with. I found them to be exceptional in 3 areas specifically:1. Communication2. Professionalism3. CleanlinessThere will always be bumps along the way with ANY restoration/renovation. The key is, to work with people that DO THE RIGHT THING. Dwyer ALWAYS came through no matter what and did the right thing. They handled every detail of my renovation as if it was their house and what they would want done.Dan Dwyer held my hand throughout the entire insurance process daily and we were able to get things agreed upon due to this.Mark Brown was my project manager and did a phenomenal job with scheduling and being there every time I called. He was a pleasure to work with and made everything seem so seamless.Guido Krumm was the German Carpenter that did most of the work on my house. He was also a pleasure to work with. I fell blessed to have had such a knowledgeable and trustworthy person doing the work on my house.I will ONLY hire Dwyer Restoration in the future for all of my renovation needs. I HIGHLY recommend them for your next project or disaster.
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