What Causes Grill Fires to Start? | SERVPRO of East Cobb

8/23/2021 (Permalink)

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Grilling is a great way to take advantage of the extra daylight and warm weather that summertime has to offer, but as with any activity that involves open flames, it is important that you approach it with a fire safety mindset each and every time. While many people in Cobb County grill every weekend without incident, all it takes is one mistake to cause major damage.

Grill fires can occur for a variety of reasons, but fortunately, they are entirely preventable with a few helpful tips. By understanding why grill fires happen and how much damage they can cause, you can make safer decisions each and every time you fire up the grill.

| Why Grill Fires Start |

The main reasons why a grill fire may occur has everything to do with maintenance. Many grill fires are a result of a grill that is improperly cleaned, resulting in a buildup of grease on the tines that can lead to flare-ups. Another reason why grill fires occur in gas grills is a leak that goes unnoticed and then ignites. For this reason, experts recommend being vigilant about cleaning your grill and checking any hoses and gas lines thoroughly before each and every use.

| How Grill Fires Cause Damage |

The main way that grill fires cause damage is by spreading to other structures, such as a home, a deck or a fence. It is nice to have your grill in a convenient location, but if it is too close to something that is flammable, it can cause serious problems if the flames spread. Grills are responsible for $37 million worth of property damage every year, but much of this can be prevented by keeping a safety zone around them.

| How to Handle a Grill Fire |

One of the best things you can do when you grill from a fire safety standpoint is to keep a fire extinguisher handy in case of a major flare-up. Oftentimes, grill flare-ups can quickly be extinguished before they cause any major harm, so by acting quickly and never leaving the grill unattended, you can prevent quite a bit of the danger.

*If you or your friends or family have experienced fire damage due to a grill fire, you can depend on SERVPRO of East Cobb to address it quickly. Contact us any time to learn more about our fire restoration services or to report damage to your home.