Candles can make a home feel warm, relaxing, and inviting, but they also pose a serious fire risk when used carelessly. Because a candle is an open flame, it can ignite nearby materials quickly, leading to a house fire in just moments. Fire safety guidance consistently stresses that candles should be treated with the same… Continue Reading
Candles are an easy way to add ambiance and pleasant scents to your home, especially during the winter. However, they do also come with some risk that all homeowners should be aware of. Candles cause more than 20,000 fires each year in the United States, injuring more than 1,000 per year, killing more than 100,… Continue Reading
House fires caused by candles are always a concern. Candles left unattended or too close to flammable items can trigger a fire that spread room to room and have the ability to destroy a whole house. Since candles are such a common piece of décor in homes, it’s important to know how to prevent these… Continue Reading