Last-Minute Christmas Electrical Safety Checklist
Palm Harbor & Dunedin Electric Co., Inc. • December 23, 2025
Last-Minute Christmas Electrical Safety Checklist
Christmas is almost here! Homes are buzzing with lights, cooking, guests, and last-minute decorating. Before the celebrations begin, take a few minutes to run through this quick electrical safety checklist to help avoid unexpected issues during the holidays.
⚡ 1. Do a Quick Light Check
- Replace any Christmas lights that are flickering or overheating
- Make sure outdoor lights are rated for exterior use
- Turn off decorations overnight or when leaving the house
🔌 2. Watch Outlet & Extension Cord Load
- Avoid plugging multiple decorations into one outlet
- Don’t connect extension cords together
- Make sure cords aren’t pinched under rugs or doors
If a breaker trips, don’t keep resetting it—that’s a warning sign.
⏲️ 3. Use Timers for Peace of Mind
Timers are a fast, easy safety upgrade:
- Automatically shut lights off overnight
- Reduce fire risk
- Save energy while you’re busy celebrating
🔥 4. Be Extra Careful in the Kitchen
With holiday meals underway:
- Avoid running high-power appliances at the same time
- Keep cords away from water and hot surfaces
- Unplug countertop appliances when not in use
🚨 5. Test Safety Devices Tonight
This only takes a minute:
- Test smoke detectors
- Check GFCI outlets in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoors
- Make sure your electrical panel breakers are labeled
🎁 Need Help Before or After Christmas?
If you notice:
- Flickering lights
- Tripping breakers
- Warm outlets or burning smells
Call a licensed electrician right away. Electrical issues don’t take holidays off.
At Dunedin Electric, we’re proud to help keep homes safe during the busiest time of year. Whether it’s a quick repair now or a scheduled upgrade after Christmas, we’re here when you need us.
From all of us at Dunedin Electric —
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 🎄⚡
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