Our home electrical system and devices keep us warm during the winter months. Heaters, heated blankets, lights, and other additional items are all used frequently when the weather gets cold. While these items make the cold a bit more bearable, they can also put a strain on your home’s electrical system. Winter will be here …
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Now that fall has arrived, it is the perfect time to check your home’s electrical system. Consider the following fall electrical safety tips to help keep you and your family safe from electrical problems in the colder months: Check for loose plugs in outlets since they might overheat and start a fire. Check that …
Although most people are aware that using frayed extension cords and leaving candles burning unattended are dangerous habits, there are still 370,000 house fires in the United States each year that result in fatalities and billions of dollars worth of property damage. Some significant factors that contribute to house fires have nothing to do with …
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More than 1 million of the electric panels made by Schneider Electric are being recalled. The company, which is based in Boston, said that heat burns and other fire hazards are risks. It is recommended that anyone who owns Square™ D QO™ Plug-on-Neutral Load Centers contact a certified electrician for an inspection on their electrical …
As the weather warms, it’s important to remember that summer brings with it a number of electrical safety risks that you may not be aware of. Here at Comet Electric, we have compiled a list of summer electrical safety tips for you and your family. Keep these tips in mind, and you’ll have a much …
Electricity is a fantastic tool that has revolutionized modern technology, but it can be dangerous if used incorrectly. It comes naturally to us as adults to avoid electrical hazards. Curious children, on the other hand, are prone to mistaking danger for entertainment. At Comet Electric, we always put our customers’ safety first. Here is our …
It’s National Electrical Safety Month! This is the time of year when we raise awareness about potential electrical hazards. Electrical malfunctions cause an estimated 35,000 home fires, over 1,130 injuries, 500 deaths, and $1.4 billion in property damage each year, according to the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI). Learning how to use your home’s electrical …
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When we think of spring cleaning, we usually think of dusting, mopping, and general tidying up, but it’s also a great time to get started on other home maintenance jobs that have been neglected. When you perform electrical spring cleaning, you may instantly transform into your home while also eliminating the possibility of future electrical …
Millions of Americans have been without power as a result of the winter storms. In previous years, press sources have indicated that 15 or more people have died as a result of the below-freezing temperatures. It is life-threatening to be exposed to these low temperatures. Improper generator use has also been linked to deaths, as …
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Electric fireplaces are less dangerous than traditional space heaters when it comes to safety. Electric fireplace heaters are much more durable than space heaters, making them practically hard to overturn. Electric fireplace safety rules, like those for traditional space heaters, must be followed. Maintain a Safe Distance from Other Objects Other items such as blankets, …