ServiceMaster DSI - Chicago

Sunday marks the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. On a lighter note, it’s the start of peak season for backyard gatherings, grilling, and outdoor projects.

Here are four reminders to keep the extra daylight hours incident-free:
🔥 Grill smart. Keep grills at least 10 feet from siding, deck railings, and overhangs, and never grill under a covered porch.
🔌 Mind the cords. Outdoor extension cords should be rated for exterior use and should never be daisy-chained, especially with string lights or power tools.
❄️ Watch the AC load. Window units and portable ACs draw a lot of current. Avoid running them on the same circuit as other major appliances.
🕯️ Extinguish fires fully. Fire pits, citronella candles, and tiki torches should be completely out, not just smoldering, before you call it a night.

This June marks the 30th anniversary of National Safety Month, and one of its weekly themes, Moving Safety Forward, reflects something we live out every day at ServiceMaster DSI.
Our Director of Safety and Training, Butch Mattson, put it well:
"Employee safety and customer safety is a top priority for our company — and here's why."

• Every job site gets a hazard analysis. Fire, flood, and storm damage create unpredictable conditions. We map the risks before work begins.
• Our technicians are our greatest asset, and getting them home safely at the end of every shift is our fundamental responsibility.
• Your peace of mind matters. When you're already dealing with a crisis, our job is to bring order to the chaos, not add to it.
• Safety drives efficiency. Doing things right the first time keeps your project on schedule and protects everyone’s bottom line.

Safety isn't a slowdown. It's the standard.