Safety First
Everyone loves the holidays. Getting to meet with your family, giving (and receiving) gifts, eating good food; what’s not to love? But you don’t want your joyous event to turn into an unexpected tragedy. There are plenty of accidents that can occur around the house during the holidays, especially fires. Every year, accidental fires kill more than 400 people and cause over $900,000 worth of property damage. Sparing a moment’s thought for your safety can prevent it.
While enjoying your holiday will be your top concern, don’t let your fun outweigh your safety. There are a few things you should keep in mind if you want to stay safe during the holiday season. Here are some tips for you.
10 Essential Holiday Safety Tips
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Set Cooking Timers: Always use a timer when cooking on the stovetop or in the oven to prevent forgetting and leaving appliances on.
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Use Fireplace Screens: If you have a log fireplace, always use a protective screen to prevent sparks from escaping.
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Avoid Burning Hazardous Materials: Never burn wrapping paper, boxes, or trash in your fireplace—they can ignite suddenly.
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Never Leave Fires Unattended: Extinguish all fires, candles, space heaters, and fragrance warmers before leaving the room.
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Switch to Safer Candle Alternatives: Lit candles can easily start fires. Use flameless candle or fragrance warmers instead.
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Monitor Real Christmas Trees: Real trees dry out quickly, often in just two weeks—discard them promptly to prevent fire hazards.
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Inspect Holiday Lights: Check all lights for cracked bulbs, frayed wires, or other damage. Replace any faulty strands immediately.
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Avoid Overheating Lights: Never use lights that become excessively hot or show signs of wear.
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Be Cautious with Turkey Fryers: Never overfill fryers with oil or grease, and always follow safety instructions.
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Use Lights Properly Outdoors: Only use lights labeled for outdoor use when decorating outside. Indoor lights are not designed to withstand the elements.
Let Us Help
Alpine Cleaning and Restoration Specialists. understands that experiencing fire damage in your home can be overwhelming and devastating. The loss of property, cherished belongings, and the disruption to your daily life can be stressful and frightening. While we sincerely hope that you never have to face such a situation, it’s always best to be prepared. If a fire should occur, you can rely on our experienced disaster response team, available 24/7, to provide immediate support. We pride ourselves on a rapid 1-hour emergency response time, ensuring that help arrives quickly to minimize damage, secure your home, and begin the restoration process as soon as possible.
Our team is trained to handle every aspect of fire damage, from smoke and soot cleanup to structural repair and odor removal. We are committed to guiding you through every step, making what can be a stressful experience more manageable and giving you peace of mind.
As the holiday season approaches, we also want to remind everyone to stay safe and take precautions to prevent fire-related accidents in your home. From ensuring candles are never left unattended to checking your electrical decorations, a little preparation can go a long way in keeping your family and home safe.
From all of us at Alpine Cleaning and Restoration Specialists., we wish you a joyful, safe, and Merry Christmas! May your holidays be filled with warmth, happiness, and the comfort of knowing that we are here if you ever need expert fire damage support.