Extinguishing a fire in the Kitchen - Utah Flood Cleanup

Choosing the Right Fire Extinguisher for Your Home

Quickly putting out a small fire or suppressing flames until firefighters arrive can save lives and prevent the destruction of property. As a homeowner, you need to ask yourself, "is my home equipped with the proper fire extinguishers and am I capable of using one?" To answer these questions, you will need to be informed about the individual fire extinguisher classifications and the best actions to take to avoid injury while protecting your family and property, should you be faced with a fire emergency.

Utah Flood Cleanup provides fire cleanup for homes and commercial property throughout the Beehive State. But we would rather you choose the right fire extinguisher for your home or business, than for us to get a call for fire cleanup and restoration from a devastating fire disaster.

What You Should Know About Fire Extinguishers

In the event of a small fire in your home, having the right fire extinguisher on hand is essential for the safety of you, your family, pets and your property. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends having a fire plan in place, equipping each floor of your home with a fire extinguisher and teaching every adult member of your family how and when to properly use it.

Don't guess about what type or size fire extinguisher you need, follow this critical guide to be informed about how to choose the right fire extinguisher. Here are the most important things you should know about purchasing, maintaining and understanding when and how to use a fire extinguisher:

Fire Extinguisher Classification and Weight

Available at your local home improvement store or an online retailer, each household fire extinguisher has a classification rating for their effectiveness against different types of fire regardless of weight or chemical contents. Determine where the extinguisher will be located and look for the following classifications on the label when purchasing a fire extinguisher:

A for Ordinary Combustibles including paper, cloth and wood. This type of extinguisher is ideal for bedrooms or storage areas. Class A has a travel distance of 75 feet and is identified by a triangle containing the letter A.
B for Flammable Liquids like cooking oil or gasoline. Every kitchen, garage and outdoor grilling area should have this type of extinguisher readily available. Class B has a travel distance of 50 feet and is identified by a square containing the letter B.
C for Live Electricity involved in the use of energized electrical equipment. This extinguisher classification should be placed in workshops near electrical equipment. Class C has a travel distance based on the A or B hazard and is identified by a circle containing the letter C.
D for Combustible Metals is commercially used on metals that require an extinguishing medium that will not react with burning metal. Class D has a travel distance of 75 feel and is identified by a five-point star containing the letter D. Generally, not recommended for household use.
K for Grease, Fats & Oils is commercially used by restaurants or other commercial cooking sites. Class K is simply identified with the letter K. Generally, not recommended for household use.

The weight of a fire extinguisher is also a factor to consider based on the area it will be kept in. Here are the sizes of household extinguishers, by weight:

2 Pound Fire Extinguishers will usually come with mounting hardware for vehicles, campers or small work areas.
5 Pound Fire Extinguishers are easy to operate and are ideal for the kitchen, laundry room.
10 Pound Fire Extinguishers work well in larger areas like a living area, the garage or in a large workshop.

Essential Places to Keep Fire Extinguishers in Your Home

Establishing your family's fire plan includes determining the best place to keep fire extinguishers so they are close by and ready for use. If you can reach a fire within six seconds, then you will be able to use a fire extinguisher to quickly put it out or control it until firefighter arrive. Here are the best places to keep household fire extinguishers so you can act quickly to keep everyone safe and prevent major fire damage and property loss:

Kitchen - The kitchen is the most important place to keep a fire extinguisher. Statistically, 65% of all home fires are caused by extremely hot grease fires with high flashpoints. A class B extinguisher should be mounted about 30 feet away from the stove to avoid having to reach through flames to reach it.
Bedrooms - For the safety of you and your family at night, consider purchasing a class A fire extinguisher for each bedroom or in a hallway if your home's bedrooms are close together. In the event of a fire, you can create an escape path to evacuate the house with the extinguisher.
Garage - The garage should have a class B fire extinguisher to efficiently put out a fire from flammable material like gasoline, oil, solvents, paint and other combustible material.
Workshop - Keep a class A extinguisher in a workshop with tools that may generate sparks or class b if you work with paints and other combustible materials. Use a Class C extinguisher around large electrical equipment.
Outdoor Grill or Firepit - A readily accessible class A fire extinguisher should be kept near outdoor grill areas and firepits to prevent the spread of flames that may get out of control.
Fireplace, Wood Stove and Furnace - Obvious fire hazards like a fireplace, wood-burning stove and the furnace should have a class A or class C extinguisher close by, depending on the location.

How to Inspect Your Household Fire Extinguishers

According to fire extinguisher manufactures, a household or portable fire extinguisher should work for 5-15 years. To make sure your extinguishers are safe and functional, take them to a fire extinguisher service company for annual servicing to check for internal and external corrosion or damage and to ensure the proper pressure or you suspect it has become unreliable. At home, you should do a visual inspection every month to make sure of the following:

Fire Extinguishers Are in the Correct Area
They are Mounted Properly (in accordance with NFPA standard 10)
They Are Not Blocked or Hidden
The Pin and Seals are in Place
No Visible Signs of Damage
Pressure Gauges are in the Green to Show Adequate Pressure
Nozzles are Secure and Free of Blockage

Professional Fire Damage Cleanup and Restoration in Utah

Utah Flood Cleanup understands that even with preventative measures, a devastating fire can destroy homes, properties and lives. For over 25 years, our expert technicians have been providing homeowners and business owners with professional cleanup and restoration services and strictly adhere to the IICRC S-500 and S-520 guidelines set forth in our industry.

We are available for emergencies 24/7, Contact Us Today for your FREE inspection or give us a call at 801-876-5225 to find out about our 5-year guarantee and affordable financing options. We accept insurance.

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Robert Mixon

22:36 07 Mar 23

We had a leak in our roof while we were out of town. Daryl was so helpful and responded quickly so we were able to get our wood floor dried out to avoid damage to the floor. He was very professional and knew exactly what needed to be done.

Gary Hatch

22:52 07 Jun 22

I contact Daryl about wanting to have a mold inspection done in my crawl space. He was incredibly nice and immediately booked at time with me. When he arrived at the house, he carefully did his work, showed me the results of the tests. Thankfully there was no mold. But, even better, he took the time to show me and explain a few areas of concern for the future. Really incredible service. I wish everyone was so professional. I couldn't recommend someone more highly. 5 star!

rhayesparton

23:22 13 May 22

Daryl with Utah Flood Clean Up, came to inspect a previous roof leak that had left some moisture in our walls. He was very honest about his findings and detailed with the information for removing it! I am a General Contractor and I won’t use anyone else!

Garry Naccarato

14:11 23 Apr 22

My experience with this company is that they are honest and great to work with. Very refreshing to have someone you can trust.

Trevor Heaton

19:44 06 May 20

Called for some detailed information about mold/removal. Daryl was busy, but called back just a few minutes later and spent time answering ALL my questions. He was very knowledgable and patient. Thank you Daryl.

Diane G

18:00 17 Apr 20

Sadly, I've had to use Utah Flood Cleanup 4 times in the last year! I really appreciate how quickly they responded to each casualty. They were there right away! Daryl, the owner, gave me a price that was half of the other quote I got, and his men are professionals... not kids who don't have a clue. Plus, he included more "fixes" in his quote for less money. He is very knowledgeable and I felt very confident in his recommendations. He also worked directly with our insurance adjuster so that I didn't have to! I highly recommend this company.

Ashton Carrington

16:09 16 Apr 20

I called Utah Flood Cleanup when I had a leak in the kitchen that drained down into the basement. Daryl came out shortly after speaking to me on the phone! He was friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. He quickly and thoroughly assessed the situation, explaining everything he did as he went along. I was very impressed with how thorough he was in his examination of the damage. He let me know up front what I was looking at and I felt he was very honest and reasonable. I've had other companies out who seem to know very little and just want to start ripping everything out at once! Daryl explained and showed me why he recommended what he did and I felt very comfortable and confident in his recommendations. I highly recommend this company!! You won't be sorry.

Jo Carrington

03:09 08 Jun 19

Call these guys for the best knowledge and serve for water damage or mold.

Daryl Olsen

18:58 26 Jan 19

We wanted our house checked for mold due to a moderately high mold count in the air sample. They were very thorough and found only one small spot in the bathroom that needed attention. They advised on our options for dealing with it and did not propose expensive and unnecessary repairs.

Heather Steed

02:09 16 Aug 18

We absolutely love Utah Flood Cleanup, they come in and take all the problems over. The headache of insurance companies, they pack your items up, the clean up and restoration, and they even move all the items back in. All of there staff are professional and very knowledgeable, they layout a reasonable budget and fight against the insurance to get your house to the best finished state. All of there sub contractors are fast and experts in their fields, this company only uses professional tradesman. We really appreciate all that the Utah Flood Cleanup guys have done for us.

Kit Cc

03:27 15 Aug 16

Josh and Sam came to inspect the mold we found. They were on time, considerate and knowledgeable about our situation. They presented our options and recommendations to treat the issue. I will recommend Utah Disaster to my friends and family.

Connie Pinnell

18:16 08 Jun 16

Jaxon came and assessed water damage in our basement. They were very helpful and went out of their way to make the experience as painless as possible. Very responsive when questions came up and they were never pushy, which I appreciate.

Aimee Hollingsworth

19:48 01 Jun 16

Jaxon was great, he answered his phone at 6:30 am and was out in an hour and got my basement cleaned up

neil norton

14:55 31 May 16

Within the last year we had a major flood in the basement, and just today had another water issue that flooded a smaller portion of the basement. I called The Flood Company immediately and they were on-site within an hour or so. I'm extremely pleased with The Flood Co. The professionalism and expertise demonstrate by Jackson and Sam put my mind at ease, knowing we would be taken care of well. I would recommend The Flood Company to anyone in need of these services. They get a five star rating from us!

William Hansen

03:03 26 May 16

My main water line broke and our crawl space was flooding. I called my insurance company and they recommended these guys. Sam and Jesus showed up and got things taken care of. They stopped the water line and put fans to dry the area. The insurance process was super smooth I'm glad I called them!

Karla Maquin

04:11 06 May 16

Utah Flood Cleanup is amazing! Josh and Jesus stopped by after their shift and were kind enough to give us a free inspection of our flood problem. Our little 4 year old thought he'd make a sauna in the bathroom. He flipped the shower on and walked away. We never heard the water running and came upstairs to put my daughter to bed. Sure enough, the shower was pointed into the bathroom and flooded the whole thing. Josh and Jesus came out got the whole place inspected, pulled out themal meters and moisture meters and confirmed there was water damage (and old mold growth from previous spills). They grabbed their tools and began demolishing the floor themselves, right then and there so we could get fans on it to prevent future mold growth. I hope I never have another flood but if I do, I'm definitely calling them again! They're the best!!~~~

Jessica Means

01:49 22 Apr 16

These guys are great to work with and really go above and beyond to serve their customers.

Zack Adams

17:36 16 Dec 15

I called in the morning and they came that afternoon. Chris and Jesus came. They were professional, polite, knowledgeable and they quickly got the place all cleaned up and prepped for the repair. Then they recommended some handymen to do the repair. I hired Hank and he was great too. Did the whole job in one day.

Alan Green

20:37 16 Oct 15

You showed up to our house based upon little information. When you got here you went right to work looking to see what was going on. With being a family of 7, it can be a scramble being out of a bathroom and no shower. You were excellent and so kind on letting us know what our options are and what you can do to resolve the problem in our basement bathroom. With being in our new home, not even making a second mortgage payment yet, it is hard to discover there is mold and a water leak through out the basement bathroom and laundry room. I really appreciate the time you took out of your day to come to our house. My brother in law referred us to you, and it was the best referral, so thank you very much.

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22:39 30 Sep 15

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Disaster Cleanup Frequently Asked Questions

What types of damage do you handle?

At Utah Food Cleanup, we offer water damage cleanup, fire and smoke damage restoration, mold removal, and more to the greater Ogden and SLC area.

Are you licensed and certified?

Yes, we are licensed in the state of Utah and we hold many certifications, including:

IICRC Certified (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification)

Do you guarantee your work?

Yes, Utah Food Cleanup guarantees all of our work! We offer you a five-year workmanship guarantee on everything we do.

What are the advantages of hiring restoration services vs a general contractor?

There are a number of advantages to hiring restoration services rather than a general contractor.

General contractors basically work at rebuilding; they know how to build your home or office, but restoration professionals can envision what your home or office looked like before the disaster. They know exactly how to bring it back to what it looked like before, without scrapping the entire thing and starting over.

Emergency restoration services professionals are ‘rebuilders’ rather than builders. They will work to recover as much of your damaged space as possible, helping you save time and money. These professionals also know how to work with insurance companies and can help you with your claim.

What areas do you service?

We service Ogden, Utah and the surrounding areas. Everywhere from Bountiful to Park City, to Tooele and West Jordan. Contact us today to see if we service your area.

What type of equipment does Utah Flood Cleanup use?

At we use Utah Food Cleanup, our Ogden Utah damage restoration company uses a variety of equipment. We use pumps, vacuums, and shampooers to remove water, and of course, dryers to help dry it all out. We also use things like ozone machines to remove the smell of smoke from your property and dehumidifiers to pull moisture from the air. We utilize a wide variety of restoration equipment during the process.

What can I do to help?

In case of a water disaster, you need to make sure you leave the equipment running at all times. You should notify us right away if it shuts off for any reason. For mold and mildew, make sure to open all of your windows, keep your pets and children away from the mold, and most importantly, don’t try to clean it yourself. When it comes to fire and smoke damage, contact us right away for help, whether you need fire damage cleanup for commercial or residential properties. If you have a flooded basement, turn off your utilities, and then call us!

The floodwaters are rising, and I need help RIGHT NOW. Can you come right away?

Yes, we can! Utah Flood cleanup is available 24/7. Call us right away.

Can you bill my insurance company directly?

Our Utah disaster cleanup company will work directly with your insurance company If you have a flood damage insurance claim or a water damage insurance claim, contact us first. We can help you get the most from your insurance company who will do everything they can to not pay your claim. Our damage restoration services will have your property looking like new in no time, and we will take care of water related insurance hassles.

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