Light Up Your Home This Holiday Season- Just Don’t Burn It!

11/25/2021 (Permalink)

I know tons of people disagree when exactly the Christmas tree should go up, but many will agree that Christmas decorating begins the day after Thanksgiving. The red and green hues, sparkles galore, and bright lights bring cheer to the home, so it’s no wonder that people are rushing to hang the holiday lights. However, many people forget that a potential fire hazard lurks within those beautiful tree branches. Keep on reading to learn some helpful tips and tricks to keep your home in one piece this holiday season:

• Make sure that your tree is at least three feet away from any source of heat within your home. This includes candles, radiators, fireplaces or heat vents.
• Use lights that are listed by a qualified testing laboratory. 
• Make sure that your lights are appropriate for the space that they are hanging in- boxes should list whether they are indoor or outdoor use only. 
• Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections. Make sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions.
• NEVER use lit candles to decorate the tree.
• Always turn off Christmas tree lights before either leaving the house or going to bed.
  
  

If you find yourself in trouble this holiday season instead of gathering around the Christmas tree, be sure to call SERVPRO of White Plains & New Rochelle at 914-684-1560. We are always here to help! Remember to be smart, be safe and enjoy this marvelous time of year.