Tips for a Fire-Free Holiday Season | SERVPRO of Conway & Faulkner Counties

12/15/2024 (Permalink)

For immediate help following a house fire, call SERVPRO of Conway & Faulkner Counties.

The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it is also the season with the highest risk of house fires. With all the decorations and festivities, it is easy to overlook potential fire hazards.

However, taking proactive measures to prevent fires during the holiday season can help keep your family and home safe. Keep these tips from our SERVPRO® team in mind to help you avoid starting a house fire during the jolliest time of year. 

Mind Your Tree
A beautifully decorated tree can be the focal point of your holiday decorations, but it can also be a significant fire hazard. To reduce the risk, choose a fresh tree with green needles that are difficult to pull out. A dried-out tree can catch fire more easily, so make sure to water your tree regularly. Keep your tree at least three feet away from any heat source, including fireplaces, radiators and candles.

If you have an artificial tree, check your lights and make sure there are no frayed cords or loose connections. Finally, turn off all lights before going to bed at night or set a timer so they automatically turn off after a certain period of time. 

Practice Safe Kitchen Habits
Holiday cooking is a tradition for many families, but your famous recipe can quickly lead to disaster if you aren’t careful. The best way to reduce the risk is to stay in the kitchen while cooking. If you have to leave, turn off the oven or stove while you are away.

Also, keep anything flammable away from your heat source. Check your appliances before using them for any signs of wear like faulty knobs, loose connections or frayed cords that could lead to a serious fire risk. If you notice any damage, do not use the appliance(s).

Decorate Safely

Holiday decorations can add a festive touch to your home, but they can quickly catch fire if they are placed where they shouldn’t be. Choose flameless candles, which are safer than traditional candles because you don’t have to worry about blowing them out before leaving a room or before going to bed.

If you like to decorate your home with lights, be sure not to overload your outlets or misuse extension cords by pulling them into one another. If you have a fireplace, radiator or anything else that produces heat in your home, keep these areas free of flammable decorations.

Even hanging something too low on the mantle over your fireplace can be dangerous if your fire grows too large or too hot.

Call SERVPRO
In case of fire damage, SERVPRO of Conway & Faulkner Counties can help you recover faster so that you can get back to your holiday celebrations. 

We are available 24/7 to respond to your call for help, and we will prioritize extracting water, cleaning up debris and restoring your home to its pre-fire condition. With our expertise and advanced equipment, we can help you get your life back on track so you can enjoy the rest of your holidays in peace.

House fires can be really destructive. Call SERVPRO of Conway & Faulkner Counties for a quick recovery.