5. Fire Blankets
Ends in: Seven YearsCost on average: $20–$30*
Fire blankets are essential safety tools designed to extinguish small fires. They are particularly useful for kitchen mishaps and can prevent disasters from escalating.

Shutterstock and Olesesea Vetrila Fire Blankets
However, fire blankets do not last forever. They should be replaced every seven years to ensure effectiveness. Using an expired fire blanket could make a fire worse instead of extinguishing it.
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