Kitchen fires in Denver

The kitchen is one of the most popular rooms in the house — after all, that’s where all the food is! We get a lot done in the kitchen each day. We prepare food, we cook, we clean, and some of us even eat in the kitchen. It’s where we start our mornings and where we get our late night snack.


Despite how important the kitchen is to our day-to-day routine, it’s one of the most dangerous rooms in the home. Everytime you’re in the kitchen, you’re exposed to a wide range of sharp objects, water, fire, appliances, and electrical equipment. The truth is, a lot could go wrong.

With that said, it’s no surprise that over 50% of all residential building fires and nearly 30% of all nonresidential building fires are caused by cooking. In fact, 30% of all fires that result in injury are caused by cooking — and that’s not including injuries from slips, falls, and other accidents.

5 Common Kitchen Hazards to Prepare For

When you step foot in your kitchen, no matter what you’re going in there for, there are a wide range of hazards you need to be aware of. Some hazards will cause minor issues in the kitchen, while other hazards can spread throughout the entire home and cause a great deal of damage.

The five most common kitchen hazards include water damage, fire and smoke damage, sharp utensils, mold growth, and slips or falls. You truly never know when these hazards can occur.

In order to practice safety precautions in the kitchen, it’s important we all know what to look out for. To ensure none of us are caught by surprise while cooking, let’s take a closer look at five of the most common kitchen hazards to be aware of the next time you’re cooking a delicious meal:

1.    Water Damage

Most kitchens today are equipped with a sink with running water, a dishwasher connected to the main water supply, and a refrigerator that’s also connected to the water supply. Any of these appliances are highly prone to leaks, a burst pipe, flooding, and blocked drains at any moment.

If you experience any of these in your home, time is of the essence. The longer it takes you to fix these issues, the higher chance you have of experiencing water damage in your home. Water damage not only compromises the structure of your home, but leads to costly repairs.

2.    Fire Damage

In addition to the appliances that utilize water, the kitchen is home to a wide range of appliances that use fire, heat, and electricity. This includes the oven, toaster, microwave, stovetop, and anything you plug into an outlet. These are some of the most dangerous things in the kitchen.

If these appliances aren’t working properly, aren’t hooked up properly, or aren’t utilized properly, your home and those living in it could be in danger. It doesn’t take much for a fire to start and it won’t take long for that fire to spread throughout the home, especially if it starts in the kitchen.

3.    Sharp Utensils

Whether you’re preparing a meal, cooking a meal, or eating a meal, chances are you’re going to be using a number of sharp utensils in the kitchen. Knives are often the most dangerous, but you also have to be aware of forks, blades from the blender, scissors, and even broken glass.

Not knowing how to properly use these sharp utensils can lead to a wide range of injuries in the kitchen. That’s why it’s important to take your time when cutting or chopping food — as well as handling broken glass. The last thing you want is a trip to the emergency room while cooking.

4.    Mold Growth

Mold is everywhere — both inside and outside. While it’s not dangerous in moderation, high levels of mold can start to have a negative impact on your health and the structure of your home. That’s why it’s very important that you maintain the levels inside your home at all times.

In order to do that, you’ll need to take care of any signs of water damage immediately and keep humidity levels to a minimum inside the home, especially in the kitchen. If you allow the mold to grow and eventually spread, you’ll put your kitchen, home, and anyone living inside it at risk.

5.    Slips & Falls

Believe it or not, one of the most common hazards in the kitchen is slipping and falling. Some people slip and fall due to carelessness and not paying attention, but others slip and fall due to water leaks or spills not being cleaned up immediately. Either way, slips and falls are dangerous.

Not only can falling lead to further injury, but it can cause a great deal of stress and frustration in your life. That’s why you need to maintain your kitchen at all times and ensure those messes get cleaned up in a timely manner. The longer you wait, the higher chance you have of falling.

Tips to Prevent Kitchen Hazards While Cooking

No one wants to have to call an experienced fire, mold, or water damage restoration company in Denver. That’s why you need to take the necessary steps to prevent these kitchen hazards from ever taking place in your home. If not, you could be facing a great deal of damage soon.

Let’s take a look at some of our most prominent tips:

  • Never leave the kitchen unattended while cooking, especially when using the stove or oven.
  • Keep flammable items away from cooking appliances at all times.
  • Clean your kitchen frequently.
  • Always use oven mitts when transferring hot dishes from the oven to the counter.
  • When you spill something, pick it up immediately.
  • Always get broken equipment fixed immediately.
  • A neat and organized kitchen is the best kitchen.

Whether you’re dealing with water damage, mold damage, or fire and smoke damage in your home, you’ve come to the right place. We have the equipment, knowledge, patience, training, experience, and passion to deal with any type of damage to your kitchen and home.


At Restoration 1 of Central Denver, we take pride in serving the Denver community and offer the best fire, smoke, mold, and water damage restoration Denver has to offer. Contact us today for immediate assistance! We can’t wait to help you restore your home to its original condition!

Author: John Rust

Author: John Rust

John Rust, Owner of Restoration 1 of Central Denver has been in the exterior and interior restoration industry for 12 years. His background includes exterior building products including roofing and siding, as well as interior restoration and reconstruction. John's experience encompasses field, sales and operations in both industries and currently manages all daily business and operations for Restoration 1 of Central Denver.