Safety Tips from the Team at DB Electrical

DB Electrical in Brisbane love the Christmas holidays and everything that comes with it, the festive season is a time for friends, family, and FUN!

Nothing says Christmas like a beautifully decorated home; if you want your lighting display to be the talk of the town for the right reasons, talk to the team at DB Electrical as they will share a few safety hints and tips to ensure you have a safe and happy holiday.

 Electrical Tips for a Safe Christmas

When it comes to decking the halls, and decorating your home ready for the festive season, taking heed of a few electrical safety tips can help keep your family safe over the holiday season.

1. First thing you need to do when pulling out your light decorations is to examine them carefully, look for damage, exposed wires, and any teeth marks from creatures before plugging them in. Damaged Christmas lights can cause a shock or even start a fire.  Better yet get the team at DB Electrical in Brisbane to take a look at your decorations; if you are in a commercial setting, you might also need to get them tested and tagged.
2.  When planning your Christmas lighting display keep in mind the location and quantity of sockets you have available to you, overloading your power points can be dangerous and potentially cause a fire. DB Electrical can install any additional power points that might be required for your Christmas lighting display.
3.  If you are planning on using your Christmas lights outdoors, ensure they have the correct IP rating for the outdoor elements.  Exterior lights need to be properly rated to the weather, if in doubt call an electrician.
4. Always turn your Christmas lights and decorations off before leaving the house or going to bed; they can get quite warm and present a fire hazard if left unattended.  Always follow the electrical instructions on your lights and decorations, they should only be used for the purpose intended and in the right environment. 

Your Local Electricians in Brisbane

The team at DB Electrical wish you and your family a safe and happy Christmas; should you need any assistance to ensure your Christmas lights and decorations are safe for use then give us a call.

Do you have a business that you are decorating? Get your Christmas lights tested and tagged before use.

Call 07 3889 7788 for your local Brisbane-based Electricians; with over 35 years of experience, we are your seasoned professionals.