Fire safety is usually not the first issue that comes to mind when purchasing a new house. The exciting part of moving into a new house is figuring out where to put your furniture, which bedroom everyone will use, and where to hang that artwork you adore. However, in the midst of all of your nesting, it’s vital to set aside time to create a fire safety plan for you and your family.

 Here are a Few Fire Safety Guidelines for your new House:

• Keep Track of all Fire Detection systems and Replace the Batteries regularly.

After you move in, note where your smoke alarms are located and check the batteries. Each floor of your property should have a warning, as well as each bedroom and other sleeping room (like an upstairs hallway). If you require more, get them installed as quickly as possible. You should also verify each alarm’s batteries once a month to ensure they’re still functional and replace them promptly if necessary.

• Make a Fire Escape Strategy.

According to the fire safety guidelines, you may have fewer than two minutes to escape a house fire. That’s why everyone in your family must learn how to get out of a burning building. You can map out your home’s floor plan and plot out your escape routes. For example, each member of your family should know two ways to get out of each room in your house (for example, through the door or a window). Twice a year, practice your escape strategy.

• Decide on an Outside Gathering Location.

You’ll need a designated safe, outdoor meeting point for everyone in your family in the event of a fire. The location might be at a neighbor’s house, near your mailbox on the curb, or somewhere else that is a safe distance from your home when you go through your fire escape strategy with your family.

• Make a Concerted Effort to Avoid Fires.

If your new house had a pre-closing inspection, you should be aware of any possible structural fire concerns, such as obsolete wiring, faulty appliances, or sagging attic insulation. You must install a fire alarm system in your home to prevent a fire from breaking out. If you have any of these issues, depending on the condition, you may want to employ a contractor or find a reputable handyperson.   However, you must be mindful of lesser fire threats that occur in everyday life, such as leaving flammable goods too close to a stove, space heater, or radiator, or overloading a power outlet and blowing a fuse. It’s crucial to discuss fire safety with your children if you have any. Talk to them about using matches, candles, appliances, and fireplaces properly. Tell them that these items may cause fires and that if they’re young, they should never touch or use any of them without an adult present. Fire prevention and Fire Safety Equipment are critical to protecting your family, especially after moving into a new house. By taking the time to develop a fire safety plan, designate an outside gathering location. Practice good fire prevention; you will protect both your loved ones and your new house.