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A Provo firefighter says he saw a huge need to prevent and stop kitchen fires. And his creation featured on Shark Tank could really make a huge difference.
Peter Thorpe says he wanted to make this device after going on so many kitchen fire call over the years.
It took about two years to develop FireAvert. And it's so simple that anyone can install it in their home. You sync the device with the sound of your smoke alarm. Then if you fall asleep, or forget you have food on the stove and it starts to smoke enough that the alarm goes off, FireAvert will automatically turn your stove off.
Thorpe and his creation was featured on Shark Tank and stuck a deal with Lori Greiner. In it's first year on the market, it sold 4,000 units. In it's second year, it sold over 10,000 units.
You can order your own and find out more information by going to FireAvert.com. You can also find them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. FireAvert still has the Shark Tank Special at $149.