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Did you know that each year, Americans enjoy three million barbecues? Sadly, some barbecues are not so enjoyable: barbecue fires lead to many claims on your homeowners insurance. If you entertain on a regular basis, you want the best home insurance Louisiana has to offer. Finding an agency that you can rely on is crucial to ensure that you are fully protected. Here are some tips that will help you to avoid the risk of barbecue fires:

• Always use the correct kind of gas for your gas barbecue. The data plate on the side of the barbecue will show the correct gas type for your barbecue model.
• If you have a charcoal barbecue use only the correct starter fluids. To increase the heat of a charcoal barbecue, add dry kindling and more charcoal; never add more starter fluid because of the risk of a flash fire.
• Never barbecue indoors or in a confined space.
• A barbecue should be kept on a level surface with plenty of clearance space around it.
• After a barbecue clean the grills to remove fat that could become a fire hazard next time the barbecue is used.
• Never use a gas barbecue in windy weather in case the burners blow out and cause an explosion.
The barbecue cook is at risk of burns and should wear protective oven mitts that cover the forearms. Remember that grills are designed to retain heat; and be careful when handling grills after cooking.

If you dread the thought of burnt steaks at your barbecue, imagine how you’d feel if the cook got burned, the barbecue caught fire or there was a gas explosion! Remember these safety tips and you’ll enjoy your barbecue and avoid the pain of a barbecue accident and the drama of making a claim on your homeowners insurance policy.