What better way to kick off the holiday season than showing off your artistic ability and uniqueness with extravagant lights and decorations? The weekend after Thanksgiving has been dedicated to decorating homes across the world for years, so Uptown Plumbing, Heating and Cooling wants to make sure you and your family stay safe while putting up decorations.

See the checklist below for Holiday Decorating Safety Tips from ESFi.

Christmas Tree Safety

Place tree at least 3 feet away from all heat sources
Get rid of any lights with broken or worn cords or loose connections
Never connect more than 3 strands of incandescent lights together
Turn off all lights before going to sleep
Water tree daily

Electrical Cord Safety

Only purchase cords from authorized retailers – the cord should have a certification from (UL), (ETL) or (CSA)
Do not overload extension cords
Keep all outdoor cords clear of snow and standing water
Do not run cords through walls, doorways, ceilings or floors

Outdoor Decoration Safety

Make sure all extension cords and electrical decorations are marked for outdoor use
Fasten lights securely to trees, the house or firm supports
Inspect ladders for loose or missing screws, hinges, bolts and nuts before using
Avoid overloading electrical outlets with too many decorations or electrical devices
Turn off all decorations and lights before going to sleep

We want you and your family to have a very safe and happy holiday season. Please exercise extreme caution when putting up decorations. If you feel unsafe with any part of the process, give us call, we’d love to help!