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A fire extinguisher is something that every home should have simply for peace of mind. There are many areas of the home in which fires could start very easily. Therefore, having at least one or more water extinguishers within the home could prove to be a valuable asset. It seems to be commonplace that homes especially the newer ones make it a point to have at least one water based extinguisher. If you live in a luxury flat development, it is a requirement that each home owner have at least one functional extinguisher within the kitchen area. Most home associations will fine homeowners who do not comply with this important fire prevention device.
One place that a water extinguisher would come in very handy would be the kitchen area. Fires within the kitchen area are very common and a water home fire extinguisher could prevent a major fire from starting and possibly spreading to other places within the home. Remember fires can spread within a matter of seconds.
Common fires within the kitchen can be caused by grease as well as commonly used electrical appliances. Grease fires can be caused by hot grease spilling over from a common fry pan or deep fryer. In addition, common appliances such as coffee makers, electric mixers, can openers and toaster ovens can easily catch fire by faulty wiring or short circuits within the electrical cords.
Storage areas can be considered a high risk area in which a fire could easily start. Storing chemicals such as furniture oil, cleaners containing bleach, varnish, paint remover, transmission fluid as well as antifreeze and other flammable chemicals can also cause a fire if they are near to any source of heat.
A 2.5 gallon water extinguisher comes with a 5 year warranty and can be purchased for about 50, it is well worth the initial investment. Water extinguishers are safe, durable, stainless steel and chrome plated and is corrosion resistant. In addition, a water based extinguisher is designed to function at maximum performance at both high and low temperatures. These types of fire extinguishers are designed to be non-toxic and they are ozone friendly. Nothing that is released from water fire extinguishers is harmful in any way to the ozone.
Aside from use in the kitchen area, water extinguishers are useful when trying to extinguish combustible materials such as paper, wood, cardboard and most plastics. In addition, the water fire extinguisher will take care of flammable liquids such as gas, kerosene, fatty cooking oils as well as anything containing fatty acids.
Every home should have at least functional water extinguisher. It is also important to practice regular fire drills within the home. Keep in mind although extinguishers may bring a sense of security the most important thing to remember when a fire starts is saving human lives. Material possessions can always be replaced especially when you have a decent homeowners insurance policy.
If you do not have a water based extinguisher for the home, you really need to make the investment. Taking precautions can prevent a major disaster and could possibly save precious lives and personal possessions.
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