Christmas Tree Safety Tips for Forest Grove?

12/13/2022 (Permalink)

We restore fire damage 24-hours a day in Washington County.

Our local Hillsboro and Forest Grove team wants everyone in Forest Grove to have a safe and fire-damage-free holiday season this year. Here are some Christmas tree safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association: 

PICKING THE TREE 

• Choose a tree with fresh, green needles that do not fall off when touched 

PLACING THE TREE 

• Before placing the tree in the stand, cut 2 inches from the base of the trunk 
• Make sure the tree is at least three feet away from any heat source, like fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents, or lights 
• Make sure the tree is not blocking an exit 
• Add water to the tree stand. Be sure to add water daily. 

LIGHTING THE TREE 

• Use lights that are listed by a qualified testing laboratory. Some lights are only for indoor or outdoor use. 
• Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for the number of light strands to connect. 
• Never use lit candles to decorate the tree 
• Always turn off Christmas tree lights before leaving home or going to bed 

Call Us Today!  

When your home or business in Forest Grove has a fire damage emergency, our Hillsboro and Forest Grove team will restore your damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 503-648-8513. 

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