--- title: Fall Fire Safety Check description: Prepare your home for fall with essential fire safety checks, including alarm testing, fireplace maintenance, and family escape planning for a safe season. image: https://www.datskohomesales.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-09-01%20at%209.06.24%20PM.png --- [Skip to content](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog/fall-fire-safety-check#main-content) ![](https://www.datskohomesales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/REALTOR%C2%AE%20%20SRES%C2%AE%20(6).png?width=223&height=100&name=REALTOR%C2%AE%20%20SRES%C2%AE%20(6).png)Homepage - ABOUT - [BUY](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog/fall-fire-safety-check#buyers) - [Interested in Buying?](https://forms.gle/GdGnz2Sknh7eYXgj7) - [Buyer Consultation](https://calendly.com/patrickdatsko) - [SELL](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog/fall-fire-safety-check#sellers) - [Interested in Selling?](https://forms.gle/vUZis3a6q5MEkSvx5) - [Seller Consultation](https://calendly.com/patrickdatsko) - FEATURED LISTINGS - [HOME SEARCH](https://mls-client.com/99569842) - [REFERRALS](https://www.datskohomesales.com/referrals) - [Datsko Home Journal](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog) - ABOUT - [BUY](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog/fall-fire-safety-check#buyers) - [Interested in Buying?](https://forms.gle/GdGnz2Sknh7eYXgj7) - [Buyer Consultation](https://calendly.com/patrickdatsko) - [SELL](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog/fall-fire-safety-check#sellers) - [Interested in Selling?](https://forms.gle/vUZis3a6q5MEkSvx5) - [Seller Consultation](https://calendly.com/patrickdatsko) - FEATURED LISTINGS - [HOME SEARCH](https://mls-client.com/99569842) - [REFERRALS](https://www.datskohomesales.com/referrals) - [Datsko Home Journal](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog) ![](https://www.datskohomesales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-09-01%20at%209.06.24%20PM.png?width=924&height=614&name=Screenshot%202026-09-01%20at%209.06.24%20PM.png) Home Safety Tips # Fall Fire Safety Check ![Patrick Datsko, REALTOR®, SRES®, DPT](https://www.datskohomesales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Canva%20images/Canva%20Design%20DAHHM0rJBzE-1-1.png?width=48&height=48&name=Canva%20Design%20DAHHM0rJBzE-1-1.png) Patrick Datsko, REALTOR®, SRES®, DPT September 2, 2026 As the weather starts to cool and we spend more time indoors, September is a great time to give your home's fire safety a quick check before fireplace, candle, and heating season begins. A few simple precautions now can help keep your home—and the people you love—safer all season long. ### 🚨 TEST YOUR ALARMS Test your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and make sure they're installed in the appropriate areas throughout your home. Check their age, batteries, and manufacturer recommendations for replacement. ### 🔥 PREP YOUR FIREPLACE & CHIMNEY Before lighting the first fire of the season, have your fireplace and chimney inspected and cleaned as appropriate. Keep furniture, décor, and other flammable materials safely away from the fireplace. ### 🧯 CHECK YOUR FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Make sure you have accessible fire extinguishers, check their condition and expiration or replacement information, and make sure the adults in your home know where they are and how to use them. ### 🍳 GIVE THE KITCHEN A SAFETY CHECK Keep towels, paper products, and other flammable items away from the stovetop. Stay nearby while cooking and keep cooking surfaces free of grease buildup. ### 🚪 REVIEW YOUR FAMILY'S ESCAPE PLAN Make sure everyone knows how to get out of the home in an emergency. Identify two exits from rooms when possible, choose a meeting place outside, and practice the plan together. ### 🍂 YOUR SEPTEMBER SAFETY CHECKLIST ✓ Test smoke & CO alarms ✓ Check fire extinguishers ✓ Schedule chimney/fireplace maintenance ✓ Clear flammable items from heat sources ✓ Review your family's escape plan **A little preparation today can help protect the home—and the people—you love most. 🏡🤍** ## Share this post [mailto:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.datskohomesales.com%2Fblog%2Ffall-fire-safety-check](mailto:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.datskohomesales.com%2Fblog%2Ffall-fire-safety-check) ## Keep reading ### [![](https://www.datskohomesales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Cozy%20Pumpkin%20Cream%20Cheese%20Muffins.png?width=1374&height=1145&name=Cozy%20Pumpkin%20Cream%20Cheese%20Muffins.png) Recipes Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog/pumpkin-cream-cheese-muffins) ### [![](https://www.datskohomesales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/October%20Homeowner%20Checklist%20(1).png?width=1850&height=850&name=October%20Homeowner%20Checklist%20(1).png) Homeowner Tips Monthly Maintenance October Homeowner Checklist](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog/october-homeowner-checklist) [![](https://www.datskohomesales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/REALTOR%C2%AE%20%20SRES%C2%AE%20(6).png?width=223&height=100&name=REALTOR%C2%AE%20%20SRES%C2%AE%20(6).png)](https://datskohomesales.com) - ABOUT - [BUY](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog/fall-fire-safety-check#buyers) - [SELL](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog/fall-fire-safety-check#sellers) - FEATURED LISTINGS - [HOME SEARCH](https://mls-client.com/99569842) - [REFERRALS](https://www.datskohomesales.com/referrals) - [Datsko Home Journal](https://www.datskohomesales.com/blog) --- Privacy Policy · Legal · © 2026. 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