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Keep Your Holidays Bright, Not Dangerous! The festive lights and the scent of pine make the season magical, but Christmas trees can also pose a fire hazard if not properly cared for. Follow these tips to keep your tree fresh, your lights safe, and your home protected this holiday season! ▪️ Check all strands for cracks, frays, & damage before use. ▪️ Only use lights that have been tested for indoor use by an independent recognized testing laboratory. ▪️ Only use flame-resistant lights & decorations on your tree. With these tips, you can help prevent holiday decorations from causing significant harm and destruction. If, despite your best efforts, an accident does occur, you don’t need to panic. ServiceMaster by Compass will be there to help! #ServiceMasterbyCompass #HolidayLights #SafetyTips #ChristmasTree #HolidaySafety #WeRestore #WeRebuild

🎄As the holiday season fills our lives with joy and celebration, let’s not forget the importance of staying safe. Whether you’re traveling, cooking up a storm, or enjoying festive decorations, a few simple precautions can help ensure a joyful and incident-free holiday. 🌟 Safety Tips: 🎈Fire Safety: Never leave candles, fireplaces, or stoves unattended. Keep fire extinguishers handy and check your smoke alarms. 🎈Travel Safely: Ensure your vehicle is roadworthy, follow traffic laws, and take regular breaks during long drives. 🎈Decorations: Use lights rated for your intended use (indoor or outdoor),and turn them off when not in use. 🎈Emergency Numbers: Keep emergency contact numbers readily available. The Rural Metro family wishes you and your loved ones a safe, joyful, and peaceful festive season. Thank you for your trust and support as we continue our mission to save lives and protect communities. Stay alert, stay safe, and enjoy this special time of year. #RuralMetro #SafetyFirst #FestiveSeasonSafety #FireRiskManagement #EmergencyServices

🎄🐭 Avoid Unwanted Guests This Christmas! 🐭🎄 As you’re dusting off the decorations and bringing the tree down from the loft, you might notice some unexpected surprises—like rodent droppings. Mice love cosy spaces like lofts. Don’t let these uninvited guests ruin your festive season. If you’ve noticed droppings, chewed wires, or scratching noises, it’s time to take action. 📞 Call East Riding Pest Management on 01482 223130 or visit us at: https://lnkd.in/ghWkXuYv Let us help keep your home merry, bright, and pest-free this Christmas. #eastridingpestmanagement #pestcontrolnearme #pestcontrolservice #pestmanagement

🎄 Holiday Safety Reminder: Water Your Christmas Tree! 🎄 The holidays are a time for joy, family, and festive decorations, but they can also bring hidden risks if we’re not careful. Did you know a dry Christmas tree can become a fire hazard in seconds? Here are a few holiday safety tips to keep your celebrations merry and bright: 💧 Water Your Tree Daily: A well-hydrated tree is less likely to catch fire. Check the water level regularly! 🔌 Inspect Lights and Cords: Look for frayed wires or broken bulbs before decorating. Turn off the lights when you’re not home or before bed. 🔥 Keep Heat Sources Away: Place your tree away from fireplaces, radiators, and heaters. 🕯️ Candle Safety: Use flameless candles whenever possible. If you use real candles, keep them far from decorations and out of reach of children and pets. 🎁 Mind the Power Strips: Avoid overloading outlets and power strips to prevent electrical fires. At SERVPRO of Mobile County, we’re here to help with fire prevention and recovery. Let’s work together to make this holiday season safe for everyone. If disaster strikes, we’re just a call away to help you restore your home, so you can get back to celebrating. Stay safe and have a happy holiday season! 🌟 #HolidaySafety #FirePrevention #SERVPROMobile #ChristmasTreeCare #HereToHelp

Here are our January home maintenance tips🏠: Holiday Cleanup: 🎄✨ After the holiday cheer fades, it’s time for some cleanup. Wrap holiday lights around a hanger to avoid tangles, set the oven to self-clean, and wipe down the interior with a vinegar-soaked cloth. Chip your Christmas tree for compost ♻️ or use it as mulch for your garden beds and shrubs. 🌱 Protect the Pipes: ❄️🚰 As temperatures drop, protect your pipes from freezing to avoid costly repairs. Use heat tape with a thermostat if you're heading out on a winter vacation, and remember to turn off water valves to outdoor spigots, draining any remaining water to prevent bursts. 💧 Think Green: 🌼🌱 Combat the January chill by planning for spring! Start browsing seed, bulb, and plant catalogs for your flower and veggie gardens. If you're starting seeds indoors, aim to plant them about six weeks before your area's last frost. 🌞🌿 #HomeMaintenance #SummerTips #HomeImprovement

Christmas is upon us and holiday decore is at the top of the safety list. Here are some helpful tips to keep you and your loved ones safe during the holiday: 1). Keep candles, at least 12 inches away from anything that burns. 2). Consider using battery operated flameless candles. 3). Inspect holiday lights each year before you put them up and throw away any with frayed or pinched wires. 4). Water real Christmas trees daily as a dry tree can burn quickly. 5). Make sure your tree is at least 3 feet away any heat sources such as: fireplaces, space, heaters, candles etc. For more helpful holiday safety tips, visit the link below: https://buff.ly/3ub97FU #FocusPoint #FPEM #HolidayFireSafety #Grant #GrantWriting #GrantFunding #GrantManagement #Consulting #ConsultingServices #EmergencyManagement #EmergencyPreparedness #DisasterPreparedness #Assessment #EmergencyPlan #EmergencyPlanWriting #Training #InlandEmpire #CityofFontana #Fontana #SanBernardinoCounty #RiversideCounty #LosAngelesCounty

💦Houston pool owners, are you staying on top of your water levels? 💦 Temperature can turn your pool into a big evaporation dish, humidity (or the lack thereof) can stealthily steal away water, and those breezy days can whisk it away faster than you think. Combine that with the lively splashes from a weekend pool party, and you might find your water levels waning sooner than you expected! And let's not forget the unexpected helpers - like rain - that might just top up your pool for you, or the silent adversary, leakage, which can undermine your pool's integrity. 😱 Here’s the scoop: in Houston's diverse climate, you should generally aim to add water to your pool every 7-10 days. However, if you're graced with a spell of favorable weather, you might stretch it to two weeks. But why this range? Because letting your pool parch to the point where your pumps are gasping for water can lead to costly damages. Think of your pool pump as the heart of your pool - it needs to be submerged to keep the good times flowing! So, Houstonians, if you find the balance tipping, give us a call! Pit Stop Pool Service & Supply is your go-to for ensuring that your backyard retreat is always ready for a dip - no matter the weather. Don't let the sun outshine your pool care routine. Keep those levels lush and your pool happy! 🌈💦 #HoustonPools #PitStopPool #WaterLevelWisdom #PoolPumpProtection #SwimmingSeason

❄️ Fun Friday Fact: What Happens to Mold in Colder Weather? Mold doesn’t pack up for the winter—it’s not heading to Florida! 🛫 While growth slows outdoors, indoors is a different story. Your warm, cozy home is basically a luxury resort for mold. Here’s what happens: It’s Alive! Mold doesn’t die in the cold. It just waits, lurking, ready to make a comeback in your warm indoor spaces. 🦠 Spores on the Move: Your heating system can spread mold spores like confetti, giving you “holiday sniffles” you didn’t ask for. 🎉 Winter’s Wet Spots: Condensation on windows, dripping pipes, or sneaky leaks = mold’s dream come true. Pro Tip: Wipe condensation like it’s a workout for your arms, keep indoor humidity below 50%, and peek under sinks for damp surprises (the bad kind). Got mold trying to turn your home into a winter wonderland? Restoration 1 of Humble 713-955-5531 is here to shut it down! #FunFridayFact #MoldInWinter #Restoration1ofhumble #HealthyHomes #HumidityControl

Feeling the winter chill? Let's make your home warm and cozy from the outside! ❄️ Winter curb appeal isn't just about shovelling snow. It's about creating a welcoming vibe even when the temperatures drop. As someone who's spent years helping seniors transition to homes that feel just right, these tips have always helped! 1️⃣ Light it up! Stringing fairy lights along pathways or in trees creates a magical and inviting entryway. 2️⃣ Wreaths aren't just for Christmas! Hang a winter-themed wreath on your door to add colour and charm. 3️⃣ Planters with winter greenery, like evergreens and holly, keep your front porch vibrant. 4️⃣ Keep walkways clear and add a stylish doormat to catch snow and prevent slippery floors. 5️⃣ A freshly painted front door in a warm hue makes your entrance pop even against all that snow. These simple tricks can turn your home into a cozy winter haven that says, "Welcome!" Got any other favourite winter curb appeal tips? Share in the comments below! For more tips and support on transitioning to your dream home, visit www.roythomas.ca 🏡

As the autumn leaves gracefully descend and cooler temperatures embrace us, October is our queue to prepare for the winter and the holiday season ahead.🍂 This October, I'd like you to carve out some moments for essential home maintenance and safety duties to ensure a cozy, clutter-free abode that can withstand the approaching chill.👌 Check out these 6 important October home maintenance tasks before breaking out your Halloween decorations. 🎃🏘🤗 Follow along for more home maintenance tips and property listings!💙 #coplandpg #coplandpropertygroup #atxrealestate #austinrealestate #exp #exprealty #austinluxuryhomes #austinhomes #austinhomeforsale #texasrealestate #homemaintenance #hometips #October2024 #fallseason