Home Electrical Safety: What You Need To Know
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- October 22, 2018
As you well know, electricity is needed for almost everything that you do. Electricity is necessary to light up your house, produce your food, run machineries, power up your vehicle, and much more.
Without question, electricity has opened up the doors and made it possible for everyone to be more comfortable and made things far more convenient. In order for this continue to be true, it is important for homeowners to be familiar with electricity safety tips for the home. This is why A&B Electrical Contractors wants to help ensure you are away of some of the most important home electrical safety tips.
With electricity being part of your day-to-day life, good electrical connections are imperative. Flawed connections have the ability to put your property and your life in danger.
As a homeowner, some of the electrical concerns that you have to worry about include the following:
- Are more lighting fixtures necessary?
- Is your current power supply unreliable?
- Should you add to your power supply with a generator?
- Do you want to spruce up with the outdoors?
Each of these brings their own set of electrical concerns and tips. When electricity is mistreated, it can be extremely violent. Here are a few things that you should do:
- Make sure that your electrical switches are well-insulated and that all of your appliances are properly grounded. Ideally, a three-prong plug should be used.
- Avoid touching electrical switches and plugs when your hands are wet – even when your body is wet, as this can lead to electrocution.
- Make sure light bulbs and sockets are properly installed and tight. If they are loose, they could overheat, resulting in an explosion and an electrical fire.
- Avoid using multiple extension cords and do not place them beneath rugs or carpet, as this could lead to a fire.
We Can Help You!
If you are worried about your home’s electrical wiring and connections, our team of professional and licensed electricians and ensure they are in perfect condition. Contact us by e-mail or phone to schedule an appointment.
At A&B Electrical Contractors, we will ensure that your family is well protected and that your home is properly lit, while making sure that you and your family are well equipped with plenty of home electrical safety tips.
