Test them often and replace when necessary. When a fire strikes your home, there's little time to decide how to exit. Having an escape plan for your family is the first step to exiting your home quickly in a dangerous situation. Click here to print out a copy of grid paper so you can design your own exit plan. Consider a Home Fire Sprinkling System A home fire sprinkling system is an expensive addition to your home, but it can provide you with life-saving protection from fire.
Most systems can contain a fire more effectively than extinguisher.
Always Avoid Smoke in a Fire Smoke is full of deadly toxins. And because it is extremely hot, it will rise toward the ceiling in your home. So remember to crawl low if you are in a room filled with smoke. However, you should always try to avoid the smoke by using a smoke-free exit whenever possible. Most deadly fires in the home start from smoking.