Summer Grilling Safety

6/5/2019 (Permalink)

Summer Grilling Safety

Summer is here and that means its time for lazy days, pool fun, beach time and of course, loads of grilling!  Nothing says summer better than a barbecue with family and friends.  At SERVPRO of Mobile County, we want to remind you to keep safety in mind while you enjoy all of the fun that comes with outdoor entertaining.  Each year grilling accidents account for approximately $123 million in property damage.  Nearly all of those losses resulted from structure fires with May through August being the peak months, accounting for nearly 50% of those fires.  Here are some tips to keep you and your property safe while enjoying summer grilling fun.   

• Make sure to clean your grill regularly to prevent flammable buildup.
• Keep grills away from structures including balconies and covered porches.
• Check gas grills regularly for leaks or breaks in the lines.
• Be sure fires are completely out before leaving the grill unattended.