Follow Safety Precautions During All Electrical Projects
Last month was Electrical Safety Month, but our electricians are always available for electrical safety advice. All home and business owners want to keep their space safe. While the most obvious threats may be weather related, theft, or plumbing problems, think about your electrical systems. A faulty electrical system could cause a fire, short, or long-term power outage. While you may wonder if you left the stove on, when’s the last time you had an electrical inspection?
This month we’re going to give some electrical safety advice to our customers to keep their homes and businesses safe. While some tips may seem obvious, like installing smoke detectors, these small changes could save your life.
Who to Call for Electrical Safety Advice
If you’re wondering who to call for electrical safety advice, Danny’s Electrical Service, Inc., can help. We proudly serve the New River Valley with experienced electrical repair, upgrades, and more.
When looking for electrical safety advice, you may feel like the Internet is your first choice. While this can be helpful, be sure that you are reading reputable sources. Check for local electricians and electrical inspectors in your area. They may be able to take your calls and offer well-intentioned advice for your residential or commercial electrical system.
How to Tell if Your Electrical System is Unsafe
You may read this and think, “my electrical system is essentially behind layers of drywall. How am I supposed to tell if it’s safe?” There are a few signs that will help you to see where your electrical system is and how it’s doing. Some of these signs may include, but are not limited to:
- Temporary wiring
- Using multiple extension cords
- Using damaged outlets or power cords
- Outlets are over 15 years old
- Faulty connections
- “Overloaded” electrical box
Things like temporary wiring and extension cords are big indicators that your space could be unsafe. Electrical cords can easily become overloaded when multiple electronics are plugged in. Extension cords can cause thousands of fires per year. This means that one more plug could cause a short or even spark a fire.
Consider Surge Protectors for Additional Support
As we mentioned, extension cords can be a great danger to your space. Protect your home or business against surges or fire with a surge protector. Not only will a surge protector keep your home safe, but your electronics and appliances as well. Heavy winds and storms can quickly cause you to lose power with no warning. Save your computer, television, and appliances by plugging them into a surge protector.
Make sure to purchase a surge protector that will handle the appliances and electronics in your home. Those throughout the New River Valley may contact Danny’s Electrical Services, Inc., for advice when buying a surge protector. Our electricians can help you to understand the proper wattage and size, keeping your appliances and electronics fully protected.
Remember to Have Working Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors should be an essential part of all safety systems. Every home or business owner should be sure that they have working smoke detectors throughout their home. Even if your electrical system is in pristine condition, there is always the chance of a problem. Storms, natural disasters, and pests can easily cause problems with wiring and other parts of the system. A smoke detector will let you know immediately that something is wrong and that you need to evacuate.
Check over your existing smoke detectors monthly and test them. If they are not working or need new batteries, make these changes immediately. It will help to have multiple smoke detectors throughout your home or business to cover various areas. Some high-risk areas can be kitchen, computer rooms, garages, and bathrooms.
Benefits of Safety Evaluations for Your Home or Business
Once you begin checking over your electrical system, consider calling Danny’s Electrical Service, Inc., for a safety evaluation. Our electricians have years of experience and can provide an honest review of your system. We will check over wiring, outlets, switches, and much more. If we find any problems, trust our staff to make any lighting upgrades, electrical repairs, surge protection, and other services.
If you are planning a DIY project, consider getting an evaluation, too. This will prepare you for any inspection hiccups.
Call Danny’s Electrical Service, Inc., for Electrical Safety Advice
When you need an electrical safety evaluation or just some electrical safety advice, talk to Danny’s Electrical Service, Inc. Located in Christiansburg, VA, we proudly serve the New River Valley with experienced electrical work. From new installs to upgrades and LED lighting, you can count on our electricians to get the job done right.
Do you need experienced electrical safety advice? Call us today. We will be happy to work with you to make your home or business safer. We are available 24/7 for electrical services, as well.
When you need a trustworthy, experienced electrical contractor at your New River Valley home or business, call Danny’s Electrical Service, Inc., at (540) 998-5750. For updates and much more, like us on Facebook! Danny’s Electrical Service, Inc., can give you expert electrical safety advice.