Recent Fires A Reminder to Review Insurance Coverage

While a recent string of fires in Pineville and Alexandria this week have led officials to warn Louisiana residents about fire safety and the like, it also serves as a reminder about insurance coverage. Not knowing if your home or property is covered in the event of a fire can lead to, at best, a lot of stress. At worst it can lead to a complete loss in the event of devastation.

Precautionary tips on how to prevent fires in your home or property include:

Remain in the kitchen while cooking

Keep flammable objects away from cooking surfaces

Never leave BBQ grills unattended

Keep space heaters 3 feet or more from objects that may burn

Never leave a trash or leaf fire unattended

Have your chimney or furnace regularly checked and maintained

Douse cigarette or cigar butts with water before throwing away

Do not plug in an excessive amount of electronics to the same outlet

These are just some of the things you can do to prevent fire. However, to prevent a complete loss in the event of a fire, review your insurance policy and make adjustments as necessary to protect your home and property.