Holiday Safety Tips

Don’t Burn the House Down before it sells!

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Each year millions of Americans, from all walks of life, join together in celebration of the holiday season. Many folks have been yearning for this time of year, and are dusting off their decorations the minute their Thanksgiving turkey is cleared from the table.  

The holiday season is, after all, a special time of year, brimming with jolly and joy. Families and friends band together in observance of the holiday, many of which celebrate with traditions that were passed down from generations and generations before them.  

Along with these common family traditions, most Americans normally decorate their home and property during the Holiday season. There are certain people who skip decorating, but generally, unless you are a total Scrooge, these decorative touches help make your home look more inviting to potential buyers and fit for the time of year.

Now-that doesn’t you have permission to go overboard with Christmas decorations. There are certain guidelines you should always follow. If you are the owner of Saint Bethlehem, TN homes for sale read these helpful tips and learn more about all of the ins and outs of staging your property for a home buyer during the holidays.

Once you’ve studied the guidelines for home decorating during the holidays, you can now begin the journey of transforming your home for the festivities. This process is often pretty chaotic, especially when there are tangled strings of lights involved or children with grabby fingers reaching for your grandma's favorite and very fragile ornaments. Which is why it’s important to also study the safety aspect of home decorating, especially during this time of year. As cheerful as the holidays may seem, now is also the most dangerous time of year for home decorating.

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) statistics, 30% of all home fires and 38% of home fire deaths occur during the months of December, January, and February. Which is just one example of the repercussions of not taking proper safety precautions during the holidays.

Study the safety tips below and reduce the risk of fire or serious injury during the perilous holidays.

• Do not use electronic near water.
  
  
• Never sleep near electronics, keep your phone on the nightstand and not under your pillow!
  
  
• Keep batteries safely stored in their packaging as they can be deadly if consumed and dangerous for children.
  
  
• Do not leave space heaters unattended when in use.
  
  
• Keep decorations at least 3 feet away from any open flame.
  
  
• Never play with fire.
  
  
• Make sure you have the proper electrical cords. Never run indoor cords outside.  
  
  
• Do not run cords under carpets, rugs, furniture, or out of windows.
  
  
• Don’t overload your outlets.
  
  
• Sometimes less is more be careful not to over decorate. To learn more about staging your home for the holidays click here. 
  
  
• Always turn off decorations when you’re sleeping or leaving your home.
  
  
• Inspect all decorations and discard any that are damaged or worn.
  
  
• If you have a natural Christmas tree, make sure to keep it hydrated and water it daily.

These tips are critical for your safety, and will help you avoid a costly trip to the ER during what is supposed to be a time of celebration. Regardless if you are a homeowner trying to sell, or the owner of Clarksville, TN houses for rent make sure to review these guidelines with your family and apply what you have learned the next time you take on the task of decorating.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact an professional here at Huneycutt Realty. Our team of Clarksville realtors have all the knowledge and tools needed to help you be successful. For more information on real estate for sale in Clarksville, TN check our Facebook Page, or take a look at the latest listings!