Homeowners in Delray Beach are especially susceptible to fires. Environmental events like hurricanes and wildfires are common firestarters, and the dense population of Delray Beach can cause these fires to spread quickly. Homeowners should take every possible action to protect their home, and should have a plan in place in the event that a fire does break out.  

Protecting Your Delray Beach Home From The Outside

• Clear dead vegetation: Dry leaves and dead vegetation spread fires quickly, so keep your yard clear to prevent a small flame from becoming a big problem.  

• Keep flammable materials away from the home: Firewood and propane tanks should be stored in a safe location where flames won’t impact your home. 

• Use fire-resistant building materials: Consider upgrading your home to fire-resistant roofing and siding and temper-resistant windows. Seal cracks in the foundation with heat-resistant caulk to prevent embers from coming in.  

Preventing Fires Inside Your Home 

• Regularly check smoke detectors: Florida residents are required to have at least one working smoke detector in their home. Check the batteries and test smoke detectors every six months.  

• Keep fire extinguishers handy: Store non-expired fire extinguishers in the kitchen, basement and garage and know how to use them.

• Avoid accidents: Most fires are caused by accidents around open flames. Pay attention when smoking, cooking, and lighting candles 

Fire Awareness In Delray Beach  

• Create an evacuation plan: Draw a map of your house with all possible exits from each room and determine a meeting spot away from the home. Practice your evacuation regularly, especially with children and pets. 

• Emergency Alerts: Sign up for emergency alerts and have an evacuation plan to leave the area if necessary. You can sign up for the Delray Beach CodeRed alerts here. 

Fire Damage in Delray Beach 

If you do experience a fire in your home, it’s important to dial 911 and get your family to safety. Once the fire department has deemed your house to be safe, then your next call should be to TRI. Our fire restoration team will be on-site ASAP. We will provide a comprehensive damage assessment and quote, and work with your insurance company on your behalf to reduce the out-of-pocket cost to you.

Experiencing a fire emergency can be a devastating experience for homeowners. Our professional fire restoration specialists are here to help you navigate the challenging process of restoring your property. Call 561-851-4275 around the clock and we will help get your Delray Beach home back to normal.