There are few things more irritating than a faulty fire alarm. You're just sitting at home minding your own business, and suddenly the piercing shriek of the alarm starts blaring. Fire alarms are, of course, a vital safety feature that we cannot do without. However, the sound of a false fire alarm is jolting and [...]
Few things are as devastating as having a fire destroy your home. Fires rage quickly and don't discriminate. Everyone's at risk. To keep your home and your loved ones safe, it's important to learn fire safety. In this article, we'll focus on electrical fires and how you can prevent them in your home. What Causes [...]
A survey found that between 2012 and 2016, almost three of every five homes that had a fire did not have a working smoke detector or any smoke detector at all. Although your home may already have smoke detectors, it is possible they aren't the best type available for safety. If you want to keep [...]
Lightning strikes . . . and the first thing it does is take out all of your electronics. Your neighbor, however, still has her laptops, consoles, and televisions working perfectly. She had the right kind of surge protector. Surge protectors might look the same, but they are not created equal. If you want to keep [...]
Do you have valuable equipment plugged into a regular wall socket? If so, you're at risk of exposing it to electrical surges that could damage or even destroy it. And these surges don't only come from lightning strikes. There can be many sources. An A/C unit or refrigerator running on overdrive can cause one. So [...]
It cools your home in the summer. It lights your way at night. And it allows you to have ice at your fingertips during a hot, summer day. It's electricity, of course! And without it, we'd be living much warmer and darker lives. We use a lot more electricity in the summer. And this usage [...]
Smoke detectors, like any other appliances in the house, should be cleaned regularly. People tend to get them installed, and they forget about them. They need maintenance to be able to work correctly and avoid risky situations. Non-perfectly working smoke detectors cause many fires in our houses. You should have suitable operating smoke detectors. Here [...]
What first comes to your mind when you think of summer and winter? Do you think of the scorching heat and unbearable cold? Or, do you already have ceiling fans installed in your home to brave the seasons? Studies show that more than 75% of American homes have fans fixed in different rooms. And that’s [...]
If you're a homeowner that wants to add value to your home, look no further! Electrical upgrades are extremely useful for your home, making things much more convenient for you. An added bonus is that they are great for increasing value. It's best to ensure that you are getting the most out of your electronics at [...]
As a homeowner, you’ll find yourself learning a little about a bunch of different trades. From plumbing to lawn care, there are a lot of things you’ll need to work on around your house. But arguably the most dangerous of these is your electrical system. Improper electrical repairs lead to far too many deaths every [...]
