It’s a concern for many homeowners, but how do you prevent a fire in your home? Here are some important tips here today! Use a Smoke Alarm (and Check It!)  Although it sounds simple, a surprising number of homes still don’t have a working smoke alarm. According to some statistics, it’s as many as one in ten households that choose to forgo a smoke alarm. Smoke is a byproduct of fire, and an effective alarm will sound whenever smoke is in the air. While a smoke alarm doesn’t necessarily prevent a fire, it can prevent a fire from destroying your whole home.  Maintain Appliances Next, consider getting your appliances checked…