Plug or Unplug - That is the Question?

11/4/2020 (Permalink)

Plug or Unplug – That is the question?

  We often hear of home or business fires starting from faulty or malfunctioning appliances – large and small.  Thousands of fires occur each year and you may be surprised which appliances caused the most risk.  Of over 10,000 such fires surveyed over a three year period – the results were as follows:

• 14% washing machines (1,723)
• 12% tumble dryers (1,456)
• 11% dishwashers (1,324)
• 9% cookers (1,080)
• 7% fridges / freezers (861)
• 5% central heating (606)
• 4% toasters / grills (495)
• 4% microwaves (427)
• 3% TVs (372)
• 2% washer dryers (225)
• 1% irons (92)

  Most major appliance manufacturers advise that you register with them after purchase so that they may communicate any problems such as recalls; etc.  Also, if the appliance has a warranty – such a registration is mandated if a problem should occur and restitution is in order. Generally, if any appliance is found to be unsafe – the manufacturer is mandated by law to contact those who have purchased the faulty product.

  Probably; the issue most consumers worry about is their clothes dryer and the lint that collects in the pipes and the vent.  Rightfully so; since dryer lint removal has been increasing in demand over the last several years with specialized companies offering that specific service alone.  The bottom line is better safe than sorry and if you feel unsafe leaving a small appliance plugged in – unplug it!  SRVPRO of Sussex County has helped with such problems – please call us today at 302-856-9768 or visit: https://www.SERVPROsussexcounty.com/.