Give your clients piece of mind by starting their home renovation or building project with the latest in fire-safe building materials. During a fire, certain building materials can slow the spread of fire, reduce property damage and allow additional time for exiting safely. From insulation to smoke alarms, keep heat resistance and fire-ratings in mind when choosing building materials for the job.
Hardwired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
When building or renovating a new home, homeowners are typically unaware of available options for smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Essential in protecting homes, ensure your clients choose the best solution for fire prevention. Although the Canadian National Fire Code allows for battery-operated smoke alarms, most provincial codes specify battery-operated units are only allowed under certain circumstances. Hardwired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are much more reliable, safe and should be recommended to any client beginning a new build or major renovation. With the added benefit of operating through the electrical grid of their home, hardwired devices can also be synced with one’s home’s security system for added benefits.
Fire-resistant insulation
Although clients may be more concerned with what is on the outside of the wall rather than what is on the inside, it is important to ensure they are aware of the value that comes with fire-resistant insulations. Products like Roxul’s Safe’n’Sound are made from stone wool insulation and are excellent for interior wall partitions – especially builds made of residential wood and steel stud construction where superior fire resistance is required. The non-combustible, lightweight characteristics of the product make it ideal when applying to walls, ceilings and floors. With the ability to withstand temperatures of up to 1177° C, your clients are also provided with invaluable added escape time in case of a fire.
