by Your Must-Read Safety Tips
The festive season is fast approaching, and we don’t know about you, but we can’t wait! There’s something so special about this time of year. The lights, the food, and of course, spending time with loved ones make it a really wonderful period. Did you know that the risk of house fires skyrockets at this time of year, though? No one wants to deal with the worst-case scenario, so here are some tips to keep you safe. From getting in touch with the experts in fire alarm installation London property owners recommend, to reassessing your decorations, here’s what you need to do.
Fire alarm installation
First up is the most obvious way to protect your home against a fire. Having an alarm in place will alert you to the very first signs of a fire and can help you to get out safely and prevent too much damage being caused. Working with a professional fire alarm installation team means having the most suitable system for your property and being shown how to operate it properly.
Fire alarm maintenance
In an ideal world, you don’t want your fire alarm to ever be triggered, but you do want to be sure that it is still working. If you haven’t had your fire alarm serviced in some time (or ever), now is the time to fix that. This will ensure that it is working well and will not give you any false alarms, or in the worst scenario, not go off at all.
Don’t get distracted in the kitchen
It’s so much fun to entertain at Christmas. However, this can sometimes be a recipe for disaster. You’re attempting complex dishes while heading in and out of the kitchen to chat to guests, and you might be sipping on a drink or two as you do! To avoid any mishaps, plan your menu and do as much cooking ahead of time as possible. This means that you can enjoy the festivities more, too!
Be wary of lights
Fires don’t just start in the kitchen. The lights that we decorate our homes with can lead to them as well. Always buy Christmas lights from trusted retailers to ensure that they comply with all safety standards and avoid overloading sockets. This will help to protect you against electrical fires. Plus, being savvy with your lights will help them to last longer as well!
Take care with candles
Last but not least are candles. These are so popular during the festive season, especially scented ones. Always make sure that they are lit well away from your Christmas tree or other decorations, and take care with them around furniture as well. If you want to eliminate the risk altogether, you can get some really convincing false candles that are battery-operated.
You’re ready to celebrate!
There you have it: your guide to protecting your home from fires this festive season. With a working alarm in place and a focus on safety, there’s no reason why you can’t enjoy all of the festive fun!
