12 Days of Holiday Safety Tips, Day 7 Wrapping Paper Safety

12/7/2020 (Permalink)

12 Days of Holiday Safety Tips. Happy Holidays from SERVPRO of El Dorado Hills/Placerville!

For some, Christmas morning in many homes means unwrapping gifts in front of a cozy fireplace. SERVPRO of El Dorado Hills/Placerville recommends not to toss that wrapping paper into the flames - it might start a serious chimney fire. It is best to throw out that holiday paper or recycle it!

We remind you three reasons why you should never burn wrapping paper.

• Traveling embers

Paper burned in the fireplace may release small pieces which can land on a rug or carpet, setting it on fire. These smoldering fragments could even float up the chimney and out onto your roof or lawn.

• Flame height

Flames from burning paper tend to burn higher than wood flames. They could reach combustible material in your fireplace, causing a chimney fire.

• Toxic fumes

When ignited, paper with colored print or glitter can release harmful gases.

If a fire damage or smoke damage should affect your home or business, SERVPRO of El Dorado Hills/Placerville are ready to help you make it “Like it never even happened.” Our technicians are ready to help 24/7, 365 when disaster strikes. Should you ever need us for any damage restoration work, call us, 916-933-3890.