One of the greatest fears for many people is suffering a fire in their home. There are several factors that can cause it, and it is important to know them in order to try to avoid them. Although many homes have insurance that covers expenses related to losses caused by flames, it cannot prevent personal injury, so it is essential to take some measures.
Electrical appliances are the main protagonists in the home, essential for daily life and for carrying out tasks as simple as cooking, cleaning or watching television. But they also require hygiene, care, maintenance and periodic repairs to avoid possible problems that can arise due to wear and tear or dirt.
Although all of them need to be checked frequently, there is one in particular that needs constant care because misuse could cause a fire and burn down the kitchen. This is the toaster, a tool we use every day for breakfast or dinner and which could cause serious problems in the home if not treated properly.
The main drawback of this appliance is that it is used to toast bread, so crumbs and pieces tend to accumulate at the bottom and give off that burnt smell if not cleaned frequently. But that’s not all, if these remains receive an excessive amount of heat, they can catch fire, creating a small fire inside the toaster.
Furthermore, it is an object that works with high temperature electric resistors which, if not disconnected after use, could continue to heat up and become extremely dangerous for the home. If the temperature continues to rise, the toaster could explode and burn the entire kitchen without us realising it. Therefore, it is essential to clean it and disconnect it after each use.
