Protect Your Home from Holiday Hazards: Safety Tips for Jacksonville Homeowners
🎄 The Holiday Season Should Be Safe — Not Stressful
The holidays are full of lights, cooking, gatherings, and decorations — but they also come with increased safety risks. Each year, thousands of homes experience preventable hazards such as fires, electrical malfunctions, and stairway accidents.
A holiday-season inspection helps identify these risks before they become emergencies.
Here’s how to protect your home and your family.
🔥 1. Prevent Electrical Fires
Holiday lights and decorations put extra stress on electrical systems.
Common hazards include:
Overloaded outlets
Old extension cords
Damaged light strands
Overheating breakers
Hidden hotspots in wiring
Thermal imaging helps identify electrical problems BEFORE they spark.
🕯 2. Prevent Candle & Cooking Fires
Thanksgiving and Christmas are peak fire seasons.
Safety tips:
Never leave candles unattended
Keep kids away from the stove
Clean oven and stovetop before holiday cooking
Keep fire extinguishers accessible
🌡 3. Manage HVAC Overloads
Heating systems take on heavier use during gatherings.
Inspections often uncover:
Dirty coils
Weak airflow
Failing thermostats
Electrical faults
Unbalanced temperature zones
🚪 4. Avoid Trip & Fall Hazards for Guests
Holiday gatherings increase foot traffic.
Check for:
Loose handrails
Slippery steps
Uneven walkways
Poor lighting
🐾 5. Prevent Pest Intrusion During Cooler Weather
As temperatures drop, pests seek warmth inside:
Rats
Mice
Palmetto bugs
Squirrels
Infrared scans detect unusual heat patterns that may indicate nesting.
🏡 High Road Home Inspection Services
Full Home Inspections
Free Thermal Imaging
Free 4-Point
Free Wind Mitigation
These services combined protect your home during the high-risk holiday season.
📍 Serving Northeast Florida
Jacksonville, St. Johns, Orange Park, Fleming Island, Middleburg & nearby areas.
📣 Call-to-Action
Keep your family safe this holiday season with a comprehensive inspection.
📞 (904) 257-8381
🌐 www.highroadinspections.com