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DECEMBER 2018

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Product & Service Directory The Apts. At Legacy Drive Coldwell Banker Prime

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Front Cover Featured Home For more information on this Front Cover Featured Home, See Page 16 Listed by

Elizabeth Hulchanski

The Woodland

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson lhulchanski@bhgselect.com

315-289-8209 (C)

Now with 4 Publications: Syracuse Central New York

( Oneida & Herkimer Counties)

Capital Region Columbus OH

Deck The Halls

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With Boughs Simple Holiday

Of Safety

Follow some common sense to keep your Christmas tree fresh and electrical lights safe. If you decorate with a real tree Make sure it’s fresh. Needles should not be dropping or coming off easily. Try this: take hold of a branch between your thumb and forefinger about 6 inches from the tip. Pull your hand toward you, allowing the branch to slip through your fingers. Needles should not come off. When you get your tree home Cut a few inches off the bottom of the stem and immediately place the tree in water, even if you do not yet intend to decorate it. Water daily. Decorate your tree with new led lights Unlike traditional incandescent bulbs or tiny lights, leds do not get hot. They also use 75 to 90 percent less electricity for the same amount of light and come in a wide range of sizes, colors and lighting patterns.

Budget Tips

Americans will have lots to celebrate this holiday season, with unemployment rates at an all-time low and consumer confidence on the rise. According to The Annual Retail Sales Forecast for the Holiday Season from Deloitte, retailers have their sights on sales of more than $1.1 trillion. We all get caught up in the spirit of giving, yet the most wonderful time of year is also one of the most stressful financially. But holiday spending doesn’t have to break the bank - a little planning can let you enjoy and be merry.

Here’s a checklist to get started: Budget for big purchases • Credit cards: Divide up the big-ticket items. Buy them across several off-season months and pay your balance in full.

Carefully inspect each light and the cord Cracked and loose bulbs and frayed or bare wires can shock or start a fire.

• Free shipping: Some online retailers offer free shipping with orders over a certain amount. In late December, some retailers have been known to offer free shipping days with guaranteed delivery by Christmas.

Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords According to the NFPA and the Electrical Safety Foundation International, electrical fires are one of the leading causes of structure fire annually.

• Delayed financing: Look for store credit card promotions that offer low interest rates or delayed financing on large purchases. Pay it down over time without incurring interest.

Always unplug your indoor holiday lights before leaving home or going to bed. Have your outdoor lights on a timer to save energy and reduce the risk of fire. (Tipmont.Org)

• Online tools: Struggling to budget alone? Explore online services like Nummo, which can help you consolidate your accounts and keep track of your finances.

Save with coupons and deals • Save: There’s always the old-fashioned way of saving a little money each month throughout the year, and then spending what you’ve saved. Or save in advance for the more expensive items. • Credit cards: Redeem credit card points for gift cards you can use for your holiday shopping; alternatively, offer up specific store gift cards as a present. • Delayed offers: Retailers are tracking what you do online, and often if you leave something in your shopping cart, the retailer will come back with a reminder followed by a discounted offer. • In-store shopping days: Black Friday has always been a big shopping day, so you might want to ask your favorite retailers what they have planned ahead of time. Some big-box retailers begin their Black Friday promotions on the Wednesday before, with extended store hours, and might even be open on Thanksgiving. Also, don’t forget to shop local on Small Business Saturday - your favorites stores may have the best bargains yet. • Online shopping days: Online retailers offer significant discounts on days like Cyber Monday and Small Business Saturday. Buy now, pay later • Credit card rates: If you are going to apply for a new card, check introductory offers for rates, balance transfer opportunities and delayed financing options. • Store credit cards: Often when you open a card at checkout, you receive a discount on your entire purchase. Store cards also offer coupons and deals throughout the holiday season if you use your store credit card. That said, make sure not to keep a balance for long, as store credit cards can have higher interest rates. Holiday spending still causing you stress? The experts at Nummo can help you manage, maintain and improve your financial health for the holidays and beyond. (BPT)

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Garage Door Insulation

Good Idea?

Questions regarding garage insulation often come up this time of year. “Will insulating my garage make it more comfortable?” “Will adding insulation to my garage save me money?” “Is it worth it? According to Green ID, typically adding insulation to your garage is an unnecessary home upgrade. Adding insulation to your garage will not save you money on bills. Of course, if you have rooms bordering your garage or above it then that garage wall should be insulated. Insulating the wall that separates the room and the garage will protect that room from being effected by the garage’s temperature. If insulating your garage is more about comfort and less about savings, then we completely encourage it! If you’re one of those people who enjoys working in the garage then insulating the space might be a good idea. Insulating the garage will help you keep the warm or cool air inside without it escaping and being influenced by the outdoor temperature. Just be aware that that tempered air will escape immediately when the garage door is opened. Some homeowners will insulate their garages during construction because they know that they’d eventually like to turn it into a bedroom years down the road. This is a fine idea as long as you’re using insulation that will not deplete over time like microfiber or spray foam. (hes.lbl.gov)

newsShorts Protect Your Family from

Carbon Monoxide

Poisoning

Proper installation, operation, and maintenance of fuel-burning appliances in the home is the most important factor in reducing the risk of CO poisoning. • Have your home heating systems (including chimneys and vents) inspected and serviced annually by a trained service technician. • Never use portable generators inside homes or garages, even if doors and windows are open. Use generators outside only, far away from the home. Never bring a charcoal grill into the house for heating or cooking. Do not barbeque in the garage. • Never use a gas range or oven for heating. Open the fireplace damper before lighting a fire and keep it open until the ashes are cool. An open damper may help prevent build-up of poisonous gases inside the home. • Install battery-operated CO alarms or CO alarms with battery backup in your home outside separate sleeping areas. • Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning: headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, and confusion. • If you suspect that you are experiencing CO poisoning, get fresh air immediately. Leave the home and call 911 for assistance. You could lose consciousness and die from CO poisoning if you stay in the home. Get medical attention immediately and inform medical staff that CO poisoning is suspected. Call the Fire Department to determine when it is safe to reenter the home. (cpsc.gov)

Slower Growth

Anticipated In Home

Remodeling After several years of solid acceleration, annual growth in national home improvement and repair spending is expected to soften in 2019. According to the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) released today by the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. The LIRA projects that year-over-year increases in residential remodeling expenditures will reach a decade high of 7.7 percent this year and then start to drift downward to 6.6 percent through the third quarter of 2019. “Rising mortgage interest rates and flat home sales activity around much of the country are expected to pinch otherwise very strong growth in homeowner remodeling spending moving forward,” says Chris Herbert, Managing Director of the Joint Center for Housing Studies. “Low for-sale inventories are presenting a headwind because home sales tend to spur investments in remodeling and repair both before a sale and in the years following.” “Even so, many other remodeling market indicators including home prices, permit activity, and retail sales of building materials continue to strengthen and will support above-average gains in spending next year,” says Abbe Will, Associate Project Director in the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center. “Through the third quarter of 2019, annual expenditures for residential improvements and repairs by homeowners is still expected to grow to over $350 billion nationally.” (jchs.harvard.edu)

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190 US Route 11,Central Square, NY 2845 St. Rt. 49, West Monroe, NY

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89 Adrian Circle, Constantia $298,500 Bright & Open Floor Plan Ranch, Multi Functional Island Kitchen w/Large Walk-In Pantry, Whirlpool Black Stainless Steel Appliances, Shaker-Style Hardwood Cabinet Doors w/Striking Granite Countertops & Stainless Steel Undermount Sink, Sliding Glass Door Leads To Concrete Patio, LED Can Lighting, Modern Living Room w/Fireplace & Built-In Entertainment Center. For 3D Virtual Tour visit: bit.ly/89AdrianCir MLS# S1140460

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296 Lower Rd, Constantia

$229,900

Why build when you can have a pristine ranch with everything done!!! Gorgeous, open concept ranch on a peaceful, rural lot. This home has a walkout basement that is ready to be finished and easily double your square footage! ATV and sports enthusiasts, the State trail backs up to this property!! Schedule your private showing today.

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16 High Banks Drive, Fulton

MLS# S1148348

Chris Thrall

MLS# S1126827

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915 State Route 49, Bernhards Bay

$179,900

Custom Built-One Owner Home, Great Views From Every Room of This Open Floor Plan, Easy Access To Large 17 Ft x 22 Ft Deck to Above Ground Pool & Views of Oneida Lake on Both Levels, Plus 10 Feet of Deeded Lake Rights-Access From Youmans Road-A Short Walk From Property, Custom Ash Kitchen Cabinets, Butcher Block Island, Pantry, Foyer. For 3D Virtual Tour visit: bit.ly/915StRt49 MLS#S1139577 G

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$395,000 2815 Whitelaw Road West, Canastota

One of A Kind Hillside Ranch. Custom Timber Framed Deck Overlooks 208 Ft. of Oswego River Waterfront w/Open Floor Plan. Kitchen Has Oak Cabinets, Granite Counters, Prep Sink, Jenn-Air Gas Cooktop. Australian Cypress Hardwood Floors & Ceramic Tile. Soapstone Wood Stove in Liv. Rm. First Flr Master Suite w/Walk-In Shower. For 3D Virtual Tour visit: bit.ly/16HighBanksDr

Kirsten Rhoades “Kat” Kathleen Neracker

$75,500

Seller wants to sell this Cute home on quite road close to Oneida Lake with nice yard bring your grill and chairs and enjoy this quite country living Close to City of Syracuse, Rome or Canastota. New bright eat in kitchen, nice wood pine walls and ceiling in living room. Seller has updated survey and abstract is updated, this little home needs a little more TLC and it can be very charming. Ready to enjoy.

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Updated Colonial Home by Onondaga Park 114 Columbia Ave, Syracuse

$164,900

Welcome to Strathmore! Everything has been done so just move right in! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths colonial right next to the awesome Onondaga Park. Owners have renovated most of this lovely Strathmore home. Rebuilt front porch, new driveway, replaced shingles, fenced in yard, new roof (complete tear off ), new furnace, mud room added on, second and third floor complete renovations, California closets in all the bedrooms, both full baths renovated, washer/dryer moved to second floor. Close to downtown, university, hospitals, reservoir, Destiny Mall and all major highways.

Maureen Dessein NYS Lic. Real Estate Salesperson C - 315-762-2161

Committed to Delivering a High Level of Expertise,

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6868 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville

Sun Harvest Realty Inc. 3125 NYS Route 370 E Cato NY 13033

315-626-2277

Dean Cummins Lic. R.E. Broker

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

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Happy Holidays! Cynthia Nagle ABR, ASP, SRES NYS LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON

C: 315-439-1141 315-458-9100 x248 www.cindynagle.com

401 N. Main St. N. Syracuse, NY 13212

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Sell or Buy, Ron’s Your Guy! (315) 727-9861

Whatever You Celebrate Do It With Love

6849 E Genesee St Fayetteville, NY 13066

BARBARA B. FERRO

Associate Real Estate Broker

(315) 446-4681

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6866 Genesee St • Fayetteville (315) 446-8291

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AUCTION

106 Main Street, Boonville NY 13309 (1-90, Exit 33 & NY-46N into Boonville)

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own Prime Commercial Real Estate and a piece of Oneida County History with this 15,713 +/- Square Foot Hotel/Bar/Restaurant & Banquet Facility on Mill Creek with 3.9 +/- Acres to be auctioned as a Turn-Key Operation with all the contents. Also auctioning 89’ x 200’ +/- and 42’ x 200’ +/- Vacant adjoining Village Lots.

Historic 1812 Hulbert House Hotel Sunday, December 16 @ 1 P.M.

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HOWARD HANNA LIVERPOOL OFFICE Wishing you a Happy Holiday Season Shauna M Teelin 315-506-3369 C Office Manager

Cathy Neider 315-622-2111 C Administrator

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Andrew Hoffman 315-657-1688 C

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Carol A. Jones 315-569-0032 C

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Corey Lawson 315-935-4842 C

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Marie Madero 315-373-5308 C

Diane M Mantooth 315-447-2534

Martin Marshfield 315-430-8500 C

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Kathleen T. Misurelly 315-447-4683 C

Robert A. Morris 315-439-3435 C

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Joseph C. Scordo 315-727-0355 C

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Green...Gold...SOLD! 7840 Oswego Road • Liverpool, New York 13090 • (315) 622-2111 www.HowardHanna.com

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Susan Li

Lic. Assoc. R.E. Broker

C: 315-278-7860

susanli@cbpp.com

6800 East Genesee Street, Fayetteville, NY 13066

Season's Greetings Wishing You all the joys of the season and happiness throughout the coming year.

I've sold 600+ houses in the past 16 years! Ready to sell yours? Call me today.

Cazenovia $598,000

6 East Shore Path - Sparkling, bright & cheerful contemporary overlooking at Cazenovia Lake in charming & quaint village atmosphere within walking distance to restaurants, stores, school & Owera winery. This end unit condo features new remodeled kitchen w/maple cabinets, granite countertops & new appliances. Open floor concept features butterfly ceiling with gas fireplace, wall of windows & deck out to the dock for boat

Manlius $440,000

7798 Rolling Ridge Drive - Dazzlingly 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bath contemporary home w/two story vaulted ceiling. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout. First floor master bedroom suite. First floor office, formal dining room. Remodeled kitchen w/granite/quartz counters & new appliances. Second floor bedroom en-suite w/bathroom. Over $170K of improvements. Private tree-lined backyard w/extensive landscaping.

Salina $89,900

609 Libby Street - Charming 3 bedrooms, 1 bath Cape Cod style with new roof, windows and vinyl siding. Hardwood floors in living room & both bedrooms down stairs, dine-in kitchen, two of the bedrooms on the first level with full bath. Finished upstairs, waterproofed basement. New Furnace, hot water heater. Excellent location closed to stores, Thruway & Onondaga Lake Park.

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launch, canoeing or kayaking. First floor bedroom en-suite with an updated walk in shower. Second level has jack & jill bathroom. Lower level is also finished walkout to brick patio & additional bedroom, full bath. Lots of storage area. House has eclectic California vibe w/clean line, modern & minimalism remind you fun under the sun. Low maintenance water front lifestyle living at its best!

Manlius $273,000

213 Falling Brook Path - Captivating 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath w/ one level living. Office/den, entrance foyer, formal dining room, great room w/gas fireplace, deck & private yard. Master en-suite w/ whirlpool tub. Kitchen has corian counter tops and all new SS appliances. Glistening hardwood floors & new carpet in bedrooms. Dry basement w/ potential be finished. HOA covers exterior maintenance.

Syracuse $74,500

329 Robinson Street - Adorable 3 bedrooms colonial in the heart of Lincoln Hill. Newer replacement windows throughout, vinyl siding & updated bathroom. Upon entering the foyer, a spacious living room welcome you. There is a den/office in the front and a formal dining room connected to living room. Upstairs has 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath. House has a garage & nice yard. Nice location.

Coldwell Banker Prime Properties 6800 East Genesee Street Fayetteville, NY 13066 Oﬃce Phone: 315-446-2910

4846 Pembroke Drive, Manlius

Mark Ceretto

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Cell# 315-420-0634

$257,000

Beautiful well-maintained Colonial with 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths just minutes from town. The foyer opens to either a bright window filled living room or formal dining room. Hardwood floors throughout the entire home. The kitchen has been completely updated including cherry cabinets, granite counter tops and appliances. The family room has a gas fireplace and all new hardwood flooring. There is a sliding glass door off the family room that opens to the deck with a completely fenced backyard. The home also has a new french drain, new chimney plus a complete security system. All windows in the house have been replaced and all of the bathrooms have been updated This home is truly move in ready and a must see.

Season’s Greetings and Best Wishes for a Prosperous New Year

- Mark Ceretto

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6849 E Genesee St, Fayetteville, NY 13066

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In one of the most desired neighborhoods - Kenwood! 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, grand living room with FP, dining room with FP, cherry kitchen with HWF, spacious family room and all season sun room. The original details of this home are impressive! On .82 acre. A must to see. $329,900 Julie Stickels, RE Broker 315-363-9191 or 315-762-3434 (C)

Not a drive by! This home has 2 additions which have made the living area and master huge! Over 3,500 sq. ft. with a new kitchen and high end appliances, new baths - master has gorgeous glass and tile shower and soaker tub! Finished basement, fenced yard! 2 story music room and beautiful court yard! $389,900 Julie Stickels, RE Broker 315-363-9191 or 315-762-3434 (C)

Perfect for a family! 4 or 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, living room with FP, formal dining, office, walk out basement, 2 car garage and a pool! $239,500 Jayne Wentworth RE Broker 315-363-9191 or 315-264-1456 (C)

Over 2800 sq. ft. + finished basement with 2 bedrooms and bath. Updated home with 3 bedrooms, 1st floor master and new bath. NEW: kitchen, salt water pool, pool house, 40’x 80’pole barn with lift. Gorgeous neighborhood. $484,000 Julie Stickels, RE Broker 315-363-9191 or 315-762-3434 (C)

Country location but convenient. 5 acres, 4 or 5 bedrooms, large living room, office, eat-in kitchen with new appliances, 2 1/2 baths, finished lower level that walks out to an inground pool and party house! $304,900 Jayne Wentworth, RE Broker 315-3639191 or 315-264-1456 (C)

Family paradise! 4 bedrooms, living room, dining room, family room, new kitchen, 6 ½ garage stalls, 2,900 square feet! Inground pool and 1 acre! Phenomenal . . . $349,500 Jayne Wentworth, RE Broker 315-363-9191 or 315-264-1456 (C)

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Front Cover Featured Home

Let’s build your dream home together!

Work with our in-house design team to customize your dream home!

The Woodland The Woodland is a fantastic example of the quality craftsmanship MWG Custom Homes offers. This 3,000+ square foot home in Riverwalk has been custom designed by the owner to show off their own personal taste and our expertise in quality construction. The main floor boasts a large kitchen with secret walk-in pantry. The great room has a gas fireplace with stone surround, separate “music room” and wet bar. Upstairs in the Master Suite are “his and hers” walk in closets and a large bathroom with double vanities, walk in shower and freestanding tub. Other features of this home include 2 covered porches, 2 car garage.

Elizabeth Hulchanski Licensed RE Salesperson Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Select

106 S. Main Street North Syracuse, NY 13212 Office: 315-565-0772 16

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We can build on your lot or ours!

Call Elizabeth for available lots

The Fairway Another unique design by MWG Custom Homes! The Fairway in Liverpool is a great home for entertaining with an open floor plan on the main level. Upon entering this home, you’re welcomed by a grand foyer with views into the kitchen, family room, and breakfast room. This design allows for a light and bright feel throughout- especially with all the windows. On the other side of the home is the master suite with walk in closet and bathroom designed to owner’s liking. Upstairs are 2 more spacious bedrooms and a full bath. Your lot or ourslet’s build your dream home together!

Work with our in-house design team to customize your dream home!

Elizabeth Hulchanski Licensed RE Salesperson Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Select

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12 Tips For a

No-Worries Noel The fun, festive activities during the holiday season make it a favorite time of year for many people.

At the risk of sounding like a Grinch, though, all that festivity can lead to unintentional safety hazards. For example, some 30 percent of all home fires and 38 percent of home fire deaths occur over December, January and February, reports the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI). Fortunately, awareness is half the battle. As you enjoy the holidays this year, think about best practices for keeping you and your family safer.

1. Don’t let the holidays zap your energy. Not to shock you, but it’s crucial to keep your hands dry (and avoid standing in water) when touching decorations, gifts or other gadgets powered by electricity. You should install ground-fault circuit interrupters anywhere inside or outside water and electricity may come in contact.

combustibles such as wadded-up giftwrap if not used correctly. Turn them off when you leave the room or go to sleep.

5. Get that holiday glow. Instead of the open-flame candles that inadvertently spark holiday décor each year, consider battery-operated candles. Remember to blow out candles when you leave the room.

6. Best gift for your family is to upgrade to Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter breakers or outlets. This smart technology temporarily disables circuits when detecting potentially dangerous electric leaks. It’s estimated that half of electrical fires that occur every year could be prevented by AFCIs. All upgrades should be completed by a qualified electrician.

7. Avoid getting frazzled. Worn-cord 2. Sleep tight, but electronics-free. TLying down for a long winter’s nap? Stash cordless and corded appliances elsewhere to rule out overheating. A hot phone under a sack of feathers could spell disaster.

3. Install tamper-resistant receptacles. These electric outlets feature internal shutters that keep curious children from inserting objects.

4. Enjoy (but monitor) the warmth of the season. Space heaters come in handy for banishing winter chill, but they can overheat, spark, tip over and/or ignite 18

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warning: Avoid pinching electric cords between windows, rugs, carpets or furniture, since that can wear them down and possibly cause overheating and ignition.

8. Even outlets experience holiday stress. Multi-outlet power strips and extension cords are handy for decorations, phones, cooking gear and new gift gadgetry, but plugging in too many things can over-tax your home’s electrical capacity. Never use an extension cord or power strip for heaters, as this could cause cords to overheat and result in a fire.

9. Decorate wisely. Consider fire hazards before draping that garland over a fireplace mantle, plugging in the frayed cord that lights up your vintage Santa or arranging pine wreaths around your candles. Check decorations for safety listing labels and never connect more than three strings of lights.

10. Give lit decorations a holiday break. Reduce the likelihood of fire by simply shutting everything off when there’s no one home (or awake) to enjoy them. Half of home fire deaths occur between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m., reports the NFPA

11. Be busy as an elf about damage control. When decorating, check for loose or bare wires, cracked or damaged sockets, wobbly connections, broken or sharp edges and other hazards. And it may be time to toss that cheesy 1970s version of St. Nick.

12. More Christmas tree, more water. If you put up a real tree, make sure you water it daily. A dried-up pine tree is nothing but kindling. And an unfortunate 260 home fires in the U.S. start with Christmas trees each year, on average. The Electrical Safety Foundation International wishes everyone a safe, warm and happy holiday. (BPT) -

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