Prevent a Holiday Disaster

Candles bring warmth and seasonal aromas into our home during the holidays but they can also be dangerous if safety precautions aren’t taken. December is the month with the most fire incidents due to the holiday season. Here are some candle fire safety tips you should remember:

1. Never leave candles unattended.
2. Extinguish the candle if you notice high, flickering flames.
3. Keep your children and pets away from flames.
4. Declutter the space surrounding the flame and make sure anything that is flammable is far from candles.
5. Trim the wick before lighting a candle. Long wick candles are more prone to fires due to the high flame they create.
6. Prevent hot wax from splattering by using a wick dripper.
7. Choose alternatives such as battery operated candles.

Fire damage due to candles or other flammable objects can be incredibly traumatizing. Even if all your family members are safe, restoration can take a huge amount of time. In this case, you should contact ServiceMaster Restoration by Cross. Our restoration process includes smoke damage cleanup, water restoration, and structural damage. We carefully evaluate the condition of your home or property after a fire and provide restoration with maximum care and efficiency.

Contact ServiceMaster Restoration by Cross for further information about water damage and fire damage. Give us a call at 301-747-3275 and talk with our experts.