Outdoor Holiday Lighting Fire Prevention Tips for New Haven Residents?

12/3/2024 (Permalink)

We restore and rebuild fire damaged properties in Macomb County.

Our Northeast Macomb Township team wishes everyone in New Haven happy holidays! During the winter there are more opportunities for fire damage, so here are some tips for installing lights on structures and trees:

Use Weatherproof Lights and Extension Cords

Ensure that the holiday lights and extension cords are designed for outdoor use. They should be weatherproof to withstand rain, snow, and other harsh weather conditions.

Test Your Lights First

Plug in your lights before installation to ensure they work correctly. This can save you the hassle of troubleshooting once they're installed.

Avoid Overloading Circuits

Use appropriate extension cords and avoid plugging too many strands of lights into a single outlet. Overloading circuits can cause power outages or even fires.

Secure Lights with Clips

Use plastic clips, not nails or staples, to hang lights on your home's structure. Clips are designed to securely hold lights while preventing gutters, shingles, or walls damage.

Wrap Lights Evenly on Trees

Start decorating trees from the base and wrap the lights evenly around the branches, working your way up.

Keep Lights Away from Flammable Materials

Ensure that lights are not in direct contact with flammable materials, such as dry leaves or branches, which could ignite.

Call Us!

When your home or commercial business in New Haven needs fire damage restoration services, our local Northeast Macomb Township team is Here to Help. ® Call us today at 586-930-5659. 

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