Category: Electrical Safety
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Audible Alert GFI for Sump Pumps
Here’s Why You Need Audible GFCIs You know a GFCI outlet is there to protect you, but it can trip at the worst possible times. If you’ve e…
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Common Home Inspection Electrical Issues
Common Home Inspection Electrical Issues Home inspections have become a key part of buying and selling a home. Most buyers insist on a home inspection…
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What is Single Phase and Three Phase Electric Systems?
It’s Only a Phase! Have you heard the terms single phase and three phase electric wiring? If you’ve wondered what they are and how they a…
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Why are bulbs on Dimmer Humming?
Why Are the Bulbs On Your Dimmer Humming or Buzzing? You’re settling down to read a book or watch your favorite TV show, and you flick on the di…
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Types of Smoke Detectors
What Type of Smoke Detectors Do You Need? Is it time to replace your smoke detectors? If they’re old or outdated, they’re a safety risk. O…
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What Causes Power Surges at Home?
What Causes Power Surges in Your Home? A sudden power surge can leave your electronics and appliances fried. You might think you know about power surg…
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From Gas to Electric for Appliances
5 Pointers for Switching From Gas to Electric Are you thinking about making the switch from gas to electric? You can do this without too much difficul…
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What do the Colored Wires in Outlet Indicate?
What Do Colors of Electrical Wires Stand For? You open up the circuit panel or the back of an appliance and you’re looking at a tangle of colore…
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Teaching Kids About Electrical Safety & Conservation
Teach your Children well Electrical dangers are no joke, and it’s never too soon to teach children how to be safe around electricity. While you&…
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10 Tips for a Safe Holiday Light Display
Safe Decorating with LED Holiday Lights It wouldn’t be the holiday season without gorgeous light shows twinkling up and down the street. For some of…