Halloween is a fun and festive time in Chicago’s North Shore, with neighborhoods like Glencoe, Winnetka, Highland Park, Deerfield, Northbrook, Lake Forest, Wilmette, Evanston, Glenview, Riverwoods, and Bannockburn full of trick-or-treaters excited to collect candy. As a homeowner, it’s important to ensure that your home is safe and welcoming for all the little ghosts and goblins who visit. Here are some key tips for prepping your North Shore home for a safe and fun Halloween.
1. Clear Walkways and Driveways
Ensure that all pathways leading to your front door are free from obstacles. Fallen leaves, decorations, or uneven surfaces can be tripping hazards, especially in the dark. Rake leaves, sweep walkways, and check for any cracks or loose stones that could cause a fall. In communities like Highland Park and Northbrook, where many homes have larger front yards or longer driveways, ensuring a clear and well-lit path is especially important.
2. Light Up Your Home
Adequate lighting helps prevent accidents and ensures that trick-or-treaters can safely navigate to your door. If possible, place extra lights along your walkways or use battery-operated candles inside your pumpkins for a festive glow. Homes in Lake Forest and Wilmette with sprawling lawns and porches will benefit from additional lighting to create a welcoming and safe environment.
3. Secure Your Pets
While Halloween is exciting for families, it can be stressful for pets. If you have dogs or cats, consider keeping them in a quiet, secure area of the house during trick-or-treating hours. This ensures that your pets won’t escape when the door opens or get overly anxious with all the activity. North Shore communities known for their family-friendly neighborhoods, often see a lot of foot traffic on Halloween night.
4. Choose Safe Decorations
Decorating for Halloween is a great way to get into the spirit of the season, but make sure your decorations don’t pose a hazard. Avoid using open flames in jack-o-lanterns and opt for battery-powered lights instead. If you have large decorations, ensure they are secured and won’t fall over in the wind.Outdoor decorations can be big and elaborate, but they should always be safe.
Contact Janie Bress for More Homeowner Tips and Real Estate Expertise
Halloween is a time for fun and celebration, but it’s also a time to ensure that your home is safe and secure. As a long-time North Shore real estate agent, I not only help homeowners buy and sell properties, but I also offer tips to keep your home safe and welcoming year-round. Whether you’re thinking of selling or buying a home in Glencoe, Winnetka, Highland Park, Deerfield, Northbrook, Lake Forest, Wilmette, Evanston, Glenview, Riverwoods, or Bannockburn, I’m here to help. Contact me today for all your real estate needs!
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