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Eerie sounds, spooky lights and jack-o’-lanterns aglow—extra efforts at Halloween will keep visitors coming back for both tricks and treats. To keep the fun going, however, it’s important to plan your home’s scary set-up with safety in mind. Here are some useful Home Insurance tips.
Decorations for special events, most often involving candles, such as those found in jack-o’-lanterns, account for an average of 800 home fires in North America, causing nearly $4 million in direct property damage every year.
To keep your house from being haunted with potential insurance woes, Wayne Ross, insurance and claims expert for Aviva Canada, offers some Halloween preparation tips for preventing fires and other insurance claims.
“It is the responsibility of homeowners to make sure their property is safe for visitors during the Halloween festivities,” Ross explained. “By taking some precautions, homeowners can join in the Halloween celebrations and enjoy a safe night of festive fun with their families.”