Holiday Fire-Safety Tips

12/17/2021 (Permalink)

Following this list will help ensure fire safety during the holiday season.

Decorate Safely

The holidays are upon us and decorating for Christmas SERVPRO® of Denton loves to do. Pretty lights, candles, and decorations enhance the holiday spirit - however, if they are not used carefully, your holidays may go from festive to frightening because fire damages are no joke.

 SERVPRO® of Denton offers the following safety tips to help greatly reduce the fire risk and fire damages in your home or business this holiday season:

• Place Christmas trees, candles, and other holiday decorations at least three feet away from heat sources like fireplaces, portable heaters, radiators, heat vents, and candles.
• Make sure light strings and other holiday decorations are in good condition. Do not use anything with frayed electrical cords and always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
• Always unplug trees and holiday lights before leaving the property or going to bed.
• Never use lit candles to decorate a tree. Always extinguish candles before leaving the room or before going to bed.
• Use only sturdy tree stands designed not to tip over. Keep curious pets and children away from Christmas trees.
• Keep anything that can catch on fire - like pot holders, oven mitts, wooden utensils, paper or plastic bags, food packaging, and towels or curtains - away from your stove top.
• Designate one person to walk around your home or business to ensure all candles and smoking materials are properly extinguished after guests leave. SERVPRO® of Denton professionals wish you all a safe and happy holiday season!