Summertime is here and many of us will be Grilling in our backyards for family cookouts! But a fire anywhere else but in your grill, can make your family outing a less than memorable experience. With approximately 9,000 home fires started by grills each year, SERVPRO® of Oak Park/Ferndale doesn’t want your summer to be ruined by one as well. To keep you and your family safe while grilling, follow these general guidelines.
General grilling tips
Propane and charcoal BBQ grills should only be used outdoors.
The grill should be placed safely away from the home.
Keep children/pets away from the grill area and Never leave it unattended.
Propane grills
Before you use your grill:
Check the (propane) tank hose for (gas) leaks. To do that:
Apply a light soapy water solution to the hose.
Turn the propane tank on. If there is a leak, you should see bubbles around the connections.
If there are bubbles, turn off the tank and have your grill serviced by a professional before using it again.
Charcoal grills
You should only use charcoal starter fluid, never gasoline.
Keep charcoal fluid out of reach of children and away from heat sources.
When you are finished grilling, let the coals completely cool before disposing properly.
If your home is damaged from a grill fire, contact SERVPRO of Oak Park / Ferndale at 248-246-0790. We will get your summer back to family fun-days, and backyard barbecues,
