Many US families love to decorate their homes in celebration
of the holiday season. Here at Reliance
First Capital, we want to bring awareness to the potential dangers your
home could face when decorating. Reliance First Capital realizes it is important to put safety first when setting up
for the holidays. According to data
from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the U.S. Fire
Administration (USFA), each year an estimated 240 home fires involve
Christmas trees and another 150 involve holiday lights. These fires cause an
average of 21 deaths and $25.2 million in direct property damage.
In order to help avoid these disastrous events, Reliance First Capital brings you the
following simple steps to help keep you and your family safe this holiday
season:
Take care of your
tree: Once the tree is in your home, water it regularly. Keep it away from
heat sources, fires, and vents. A well-watered and maintained tree will be
safer (and more beautiful!) than a dry one. Finally, be sure to remove the tree
from your home once the season is over.
Examine your lights: Modern
LED lights are much safer than candles or older electric lights, but they still
have risks. Inspect light strands for frayed wires, broken sockets, and loose
connections. Dispose of all faulty strands, and replace burnt-out bulbs. When
decorating the outside of your home, check that you are using lights and cords
designed for outdoor use.
Decorate with safety:
Purchase non-flammable decorations and be sure your artificial trees are
flame retardant. In addition, keep all decorations away from power and heat
sources, and don’t block exits with any kind of decoration.
These simple precautionary steps, provided by Reliance First Capital, can help you,
your loved ones, and your home remain safe this holiday season.
Reliance First Capital's experts are here to help you answer your home finance questions
and find the options that will help you meet your goals. Learn more by
contacting us at 866-735-9004 or visiting us online at www.reliancefirstcapital.com
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