Outdoor Lighting For Safety and Security
A well-lighted front entrance enables you to greet guests and identify visitors at night. Wall lanterns on each side of the door will give your home a warm, welcoming look, while assuring the safety of those who enter. A separate rear or side entrance can be lighted with a single wall lantern installed on the…
Preventing Home Electrical Fires
Most electrical fires in the home result from problems with fixed wiring, such as faulty electrical outlets and old wiring. Problems with cords and plugs, such as extension and appliance cords, also cause many home electrical fires. Routinely checking your electrical appliances and wiring can help prevent home fires. Frayed and damaged wires can cause…
The Key To Any Commercial Electric Project’s Success
In the commercial sector, electricians are critical to support the growth of industry and commerce. The electrical work a commercial electrician performs includes new service, additions, a change to a job already completed, maintenance of equipment, or repair work for a faulty condition. Commercial electricians know the rules and regulations to work with different industries…
Power Outlet Safety
Practice safety with all power outlets. Notice any outlets where plugs only fit in loosely. These can overheat and cause fires. There are several products you can purchase which dramatically increase protection against dangerous electrical currents. One of the most effective protections against electrocution is the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI). These outlets measure changes…
Electrical Appliance Safety
Being safe when using electrical appliances, extension cords, light bulbs and other equipment is very important. It only takes one mistake to cause an injury or spark an electrical fire. Unplug unused appliances and stow cords safely out of reach of pets, young children or hazardous situations. Appliances that generate heat, such as clocks, televisions…
Electrical Storm Safety
During an electrical storm, do not use appliances (i.e., hairdryers, toasters and radios) or telephones (except in an emergency); do not take a bath or shower; keep batteries on hand for flashlights and radios in case of a power outage; and use surge protectors on electronic devices, appliances, phones, fax machines and modems. Whole home…
Child electrical safety in your home
Electricity surrounds our children every day as they use computers and appliances, and encounter cords, outlets and power lines. All of the things that encompass electrical appliances and items that require electricity are all very interesting and fascinating to little fingers and tiny mouths. There are a few basic things that you need to know…
Always Hire a Licensed Electrical Contractor
There are some very good reasons to use a licensed electrical contractor, even if you think you can save a few dollars by accepting an unlicensed electrical contractor’s offer. Using a licensed electrical contractor offers protection to the homeowner as they can be assured the contractor knows their trade, and has been tested and certified…
It Is Easy to Forget Just how Dangerous Electricity Can Be
Electricity is an integral part of today’s modern world, and sometimes it is easy to forget just how dangerous it can be. Given the correct circumstances, it can kill. But it can also shock you painfully, damage sensitive equipment, and ignite combustible materials. A small night-light with a 6-watt bulb draws .05 ampere, and even…
Electricity always seeks the shortest path to the ground
Electricity always seeks the shortest path to the ground. It tries to find a conductor, or something that it can pass through to get to the ground, like metal, wet wood or water. Your body is about 70% water, so that makes you a good conductor, too. For example, if you touch an energized bare…
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Electrical Fire Safety
Most electrical fires result from problems with fixed wiring, such as faulty electrical outlets and old wiring. Problems with cords and plugs, such as extension and appliance cords, also cause many home electrical fires. Routinely check your electrical appliances and wiring. Frayed wires can cause fires. Replace all worn, old or damaged appliance cords immediately.…
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