Category: Electrical Safety
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Electricity Through the Decades
Ever since Benjamin Franklin flew his fateful kite and discovered that electricity could be harnessed, humans have been constantly finding new ways to use electrical energy in our everyday lives. The past 150 years has shown a huge shift in technology. In this article, we are going to take a journey through the decades to…
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DIY Electrical: A Dangerous Game
While DIY projects are all the rage these days, there are some things that should be left to the professionals. Changing a bulb or a burnt socket are fairly simple tasks that you could perform safely on your own. Anything beyond that could cause irreparable damage. Here are four reasons that you should call in…
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Why Routine Electrical Maintenance Is Important
Among other things, electricity lights our homes, keeps us warm, and entertains us. But like any valuable technology, these systems need to be routinely maintained in order to perform at their best and safest. There are two major reasons that you should have routine electrical maintenance done: to protect your people, and to protect your…
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How Can Home Automation Save You Money?
In 2018, it’s hard to deny the ubiquitous nature of technology. We use it in our schools and in our jobs, in our relationships and in our transportation. We even have a huge push for automation in our homes. This technology is more useful and affordable that ever before, but what can it do for…
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Emergency Electrical Services
Many of us tend to take our electricity for granted until the lights go out or an emergency occurs. It could be the middle of the day or the middle of the night; electricity-gone-rogue doesn’t care much for schedules. It has the potential to cause serious injury and property damage. It is important to be…
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What You Should Know About Carbon Monoxide
While most homeowners know about the dangers of fire and smoke inhalation, fewer know about another hazard that could threaten their health. Carbon monoxide is known as the “silent killer.” Here’s what you need to know to keep your family safe: What Is Carbon Monoxide? Carbon monoxide, often written as “CO”, is a byproduct of…
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Aluminum Wiring
Over the years, new technology and new research has vastly improved the safety and efficiency of electricity in homes. One of these technologies is the type of wire that we use to power your home. Since the mid-60s, aluminum wire has become a popular choice, but special considerations need to be made in its use…
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Upgrading Your Home’s Electric Outlets
An upgrade to your electrical outlets isn’t just a matter of aesthetic—it’s a matter of safety. Putting it off could result in unnecessary hazards for you and your family. But don’t worry, outlet upgrades don’t have to be complicated and expensive. Here are three types of upgrades that will modernize your space and keep you…
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Surge Protection
What are Power Surges? A power surge is basically a spike in your home’s electrical current. These surges are unavoidable and last less than a thousandth of a second, however, it can cause damage to your home, appliances, and electronics. What causes a power surge? A power surge can occur from anything that has the…
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Surge Protection – Q & A
What are Power Surges? A power surge is an increase in voltage significantly above the designated level in a flow of electricity. When the increase lasts three nanoseconds (billionths of a second) or more, it’s called a surge. If the surge or spike is high enough, it can inflict some heavy damage on your home’s…