<div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/NewsArticle"> <p><strong itemprop="headline name">Electricians in Ruston, LA, share tips for safely decorating this Halloween.</strong></p> <p> Ruston, United States - <span itemprop="datePublished dateModified">October 31, 2024</span> /<span itemscope itemprop="publisher" itemtype="http://schema.org/Organization" itemref="publisherLogo"> <span itemprop="name">Albritton Service Co</span> </span>/ </p> <div itemprop="articleBody"> <h2>How to Stay Safe While Being Festive for Spooky Season</h2><p>Spooky Season is almost here, meaning it&#8217;s time to get out the Halloween decorations and get festive! However, it&#8217;s important that these fun decorations don&#8217;t accidentally turn into a real horror show. With a few precautions, homeowners can ensure they stay safe while still being festive during this Spooky Season. No one wants an electrical mishap, but it can happen if homeowners aren&#8217;t careful with their decorations! Read on for three tips to decorate safely this Halloween season.&#160;</p><h3>Make Sure Decorations Aren&#8217;t Damaged</h3><p><img style="float: left;" src="https://www.albrittonservice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/inspectelectricdecorationsbeforeputtingthemup.jpg" alt="cable " width="400" height="300" /><img src="https://app.quantumnewswire.com/press-releases/cable" alt="" />The first thing on the decoration to-do list should always be <a title="inspecting any electrical" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.angi.com/articles/electrical-inspection.htm">inspecting any electrical</a> decorations. Some wear-and-tear is common with older decorations, but it&#8217;s important to make sure that there are no exposed wires, damaged cords, exposed lighting sockets, or any other major damage to the decorations.&#160;</p><p>Even brand-new decorations can sometimes have broken components or manufacturing defects, so checking them before plugging them in is a good idea. Once the decorations have been inspected, homeowners can plug them in and make sure there are no shortages, shorted bulbs, or other issues.&#160;</p><h3>Plan ahead for Plugs</h3><p>With all the fun Halloween decorations now available, from lights and LED Jack-o&#8217;-lanterns to light-up statues and motion-sensor props, it can be easy to load up. While having plenty of decorations is fine, it&#8217;s important to plan for what decorations will be plugged in and where. The general rule is that only two or three decorations should be plugged into a single outlet. Still, it&#8217;s best to ensure the amperage doesn&#8217;t exceed the plug&#8217;s capacity to avoid an overloaded circuit.</p><p>Likewise, it&#8217;s best to avoid stringing multiple extension cords together unless they&#8217;re made for that purpose. Keep plugged-in decorations near walls, and ensure no cords are in high-traffic areas where they will present a tripping hazard. Finally, it&#8217;s good to use UL-rated power strips to protect the decorations when they&#8217;re in use.&#160;</p><h3>Use Common Sense Precautions When Sleeping or Leaving Home</h3><p><img style="float: right;" src="https://www.albrittonservice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/turnlightsoffandblowoutcandlesbeforeleavinghomeorgoingtobed.jpg" alt="candle " width="400" height="300" />When it&#8217;s time for bed, homeowners should turn off their decorations. Not only does this <a title="conserve energy" rel="noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_conservation" target="_blank">conserve energy</a> and lower the utility bill, but it can also negate any accident risk that would otherwise be present with the decorations on. Alternatively, timers can automatically turn decorations off at a certain time. When leaving home for an extended period, it&#8217;s always a good idea to keep the decorations off, just in case.&#160;</p><p>Candles have always been a big part of Halloween, but they pose a fire risk. Luckily, flameless LED candles are widely available now and can be used in Jack-o'-lanterns instead of wax candles. These are cost-effective and safe, although they use small batteries that could pose a health risk if ingested. Known as &#8220;button batteries,&#8221; they can (and often are) be confused for candy and swallowed, so everyone in the household knows they&#8217;re not to be eaten. Those homeowners who choose to use traditional candles should always double-check that they blow out their candles every night before bed to prevent a fire hazard.&#160;</p><p></p><p><strong>Need help with your holiday lighting?</strong> Let us handle your <a title="electrical repair needs" href="https://www.albrittonservice.com/electrical/repairs/">electrical repair needs</a>. <strong>Contact us today</strong> to schedule a consultation.</p><h3>About Albritton Service Company</h3><p>Albritton Service Company has been proudly serving Ruston, LA, since 1982. As a local, family-owned and operated company, they provide the area with electrical safety checks and holiday lighting installation. They also offer a satisfaction guarantee on every job. 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