How to Decorate Safely this Season | SERVPRO of Bartow County

12/21/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO is here to help 24/7 even during the holidays. If your home or business suffers fire or smoke damage, call us today!

The most wonderful time of the year is upon us! We will soon be surrounded by twinkly lights, delicious food and great family traditions. While this season is one to look forward to every year, though, it is also the peak time for house fires.

There are steps you can take to reduce your risk of suffering a house fire during the holidays. Even just some simple preventive measures can help you safely enjoy your cozy home this season.

Common Fire Hazards

• Decorating your home can be a wonderful way to ring in the holiday season, but they can be the cause of a massive house fire! In fact, fire departments in the United States are called to 790 structural fires a year due to decorations catching fire.
• Be careful not to place or hang any decorations that are too low above a fireplace or near a heat source. Even just a simple spark or an overheated element is all it takes to start a dangerous blaze.
• If you choose to cut down a fresh tree or choose one from the lot, keep it watered daily and sweep up any fallen needles immediately. If you are an artificial tree family, make sure that your tree is fire-resistant. All decorations and lights need to be unplugged or turned off before going to bed as well.

Additional Fire Hazards in the Home

• Candle use is also at an all-time high during this time of year. Whether you are using them for the ambiance or they are a part of your family traditions, they can pose a fire threat if you aren’t careful.
• Candle safety can be as simple as only lighting them when you are present and never leaving them unattended. Pets and small children should also not be able to access them either.
• Do you go all out in your yard during the holiday season with lights and outdoor décor? We love these types of houses! Just make sure that the decorations you use are tagged for outdoor use and can withstand the elements.
• It is also important to never pierce the cords or wiring with something while hanging them on your house or in your trees. Opt for fire safe hooks or other approved materials.
• Lastly, do a full check of the smoke detectors in your home to make sure they are ready to work for you if a disaster does occur.

You deserve to enjoy all that there is to see and do in our area this year! Whether you are planning to attend the Cartersville Christmas Village or are whipping up your famous buttermilk pie, know that your your team at SERVPRO of Bartow County is here for you! We will answer your call right away and get started to restore your home so you can get back to enjoying the holidays.

Have smoke or fire damage in your house? Contact us today to get cleaned up fast.