Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and celebrating the things that matter most. But did you know it’s also one of the busiest weeks of the year for home disasters especially kitchen fires and water damage? With guests coming and going, appliances running nonstop, and cooking in full swing, small mistakes can quickly turn into major property damage.
At RestoPros of Hudson County, we want your holiday to be memorable for all the right reasons. Here’s how to stay safe this Thanksgiving and what to do if the unexpected happens.
1. Cooking Safely: Preventing Kitchen Fires
Most Thanksgiving house fires start in the kitchen. With multiple dishes being prepared at once, distractions are common.
Safety tips:
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Never leave food cooking unattended
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Keep flammable items (like oven mitts and towels) away from the stove
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Keep pot handles turned inward to prevent spills
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Make sure smoke alarms are working
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If a grease fire starts, never use water, cover the pan with a lid and turn off the heat
If a fire does occur, the smoke and soot left behind can spread quickly throughout the home, even into rooms untouched by flames. Our team specializes in smoke odor removal, soot cleanup, and full fire restoration.
2. Watch Those Appliances
Dishwashers, ovens, and refrigerators work overtime during the holidays. Unfortunately, appliance malfunctions are a top source of water damage.
Before guests arrive:
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Check water supply lines for your dishwasher and fridge
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Clean lint and debris around your oven
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Don’t overload electrical outlets
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Inspect older appliances for leaks or corrosion
If you notice pooled water, damp flooring, or musty smells, turn off the water source and contact a restoration professional before the damage spreads.
3. Be Mindful of Guests and Foot Traffic
More people in the home means more risk spills, clogged drains, and accidental mishaps are common.
Simple ways to prevent problems:
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Place mats near entryways to avoid wet floors
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Remind guests not to flush anything except toilet paper
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Keep an eye on space heaters or candles
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Secure loose wires and trip hazards
4. What to Do If Disaster Strikes
Even with precautions, accidents happen and they tend to happen at the worst possible times. That’s why RestoPros of Hudson County provides 24/7 emergency restoration services throughout the holiday season.
We help with:
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Fire & smoke damage cleanup
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Water extraction & structural drying
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Mold prevention and remediation
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Odor removal
A fast response prevents secondary damage and gets your home back to normal faster.
5. Wishing You a Safe, Warm, and Happy Thanksgiving
From our team to yours, we hope your holiday week is filled with comfort, safety, and good memories. If you need us, we’re standing by because emergencies don’t take holidays.
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We’re here to restore your peace of mind.