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Fire sprinkler systems activate when the air temperature spikes to dangerous levels. When a fire causes a spike in air temperature, glycerin expands, causing a glass bulb to break and set off the sprinklers. Pressurized water then flows from the sprinklers to slow or stop the flames.
Yes—any time water comes in contact with your furniture or home structure, there is the potential for damage. However, any water damage a fire sprinkler causes would be significantly less than the damage a fire would cause to your home. Fire and smoke remediation costs are often quite high, with average prices ranging from $3,100 to $51,500.
The blanket size you need depends on what you’re looking to protect. Smaller blankets measure about 3-by-3 feet, medium blankets are about 6-by-6 feet, and larger blankets are 10-by-10 feet. You’ll often feel safer with a bigger blanket, particularly if you’re putting out a fire on a person or trying to cover a larger area.
Install at least one smoke and carbon monoxide detector on every floor of your home, as well as in the garage and basement. It’s common to install smoke detectors in the kitchen as it’s a common place for fires to start. However, you’ll want to install them 10 feet away from appliances to avoid unnecessary alarms.
Sprinkler systems protect your home, belongings, and family members by quickly combatting flames before they spread. Homes with fire sprinklers experience 87% fewer deaths, 27% fewer injuries, and 70% less property damage. Additionally, homeowners with fire sprinklers save up to 8% on their homeowner’s insurance.
