Dangers of Burning Candles

8/8/2017 (Permalink)

Candles can make your home smell great but they can also cause a lot of damage if left unattended. 

This fire was caused from leaving a candle burning and unattended.

When using candles, we all should practice the following safety tips:

• Always keep matches, lighters, and candles away from children.
• Never leave burning candles unattended.
• Keep combustible materials far away from candles.
• Do not put candles in a location where children or pets could knock them over. Be aware that candles and rambunctious puppies don’t mix.
• Use only nonflammable candleholders that are sturdy and hard to tip over.
• Always trim the wicks before lighting.
• Do not burn a candle all the way down to where it is too close to the holder or container.
• Use flashlights rather than candles when you have a power outage.

-Source: Pekin Insurance

Luckily no one was hurt in this fire and it was contained to only one apartment of this complex.  SERVPRO of Springfield was called to help with the cleanup to make it "Like it never even happened."

If you have a fire at your home or business call SERVPRO of Springfield at 217-528-7775