Electricity is one of the most wonderful conveniences of modern life. However, if not handled safely, your home's cords, and appliances pose multiple safety hazards that can result in fatal accidents and devastating property damage. Keep your loved ones safe and intact at home by avoiding these typical electrical hazards.
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS IN HOUSES
● Damaged electrical wires and cords
Electrical cords and wires become dangerous as soon as the metal inside becomes exposed. Exposed wires can also cause a fire, as has recently happened with a worn out mobile phone charger. Because cords are usually out of sight, they are more susceptible to pest damage, especially by chewing rodents such as rats and mice. Outdated wiring can also overheat, melt and rust.
● Extension cords attached to extension cords or power strips
For safety reasons, extension cords should only be used for temporary use. Connecting an extension cord to a standard, loose power strip may result in an electric fire. Similarly, attaching an extension cord to another extension cord also poses a risk of fire.
● Indoor extension cords for outdoor use
An indoor extension cord does not have the necessary functions for you to use it safely when used outdoors. In addition, before you plug anything in, you need to make sure that the extension cord does not exceed the power consumption of the equipment you want to plug it into.
● Overloaded sockets
Connecting too many devices to a single outlet (using something similar to a multi-outlet converter) can draw too much power into that outlet — in other words, overloading the outlet. When this happens, it dramatically increases the risk of electric fire.
● High- Powered devices connected to power strips
Power strips and surge protectors are only safe to use with low power loads. Examples include mobile phones, tablets, computers and AV equipment. Any appliances or electrical equipment in excess of this can cause a fire.
● Outdated wiring
If your home wiring is old, it can get worse and poses a particularly high risk of electric fire because its connections become loose over time.
If you suspect that your home has an electrical hazard that you need professional help to eliminate, contact an industrial electrician Saint Lucia to help make your home safer.
At Theodille’s Electrical Services, your safety is our top priority, so all of our services include a security check. With our electrical maintenance Saint Lucia, home protection plan and parts and working life guarantee, we ensure that you’re taken care of day and night. For reliable electrical services in Saint Lucia, visit the website https://theodilleselectricals.com/.
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