With the recent electrical grid problems in Texas, it’s more important than ever to install a generator or repair an existing one. Generators can provide power during an outage and can help keep your home or business running smoothly.
Have you ever gone to plug in your vacuum cleaner only to find that the outlet is smoking? If so, you’re not alone. This is a common problem that can be caused by a number of factors and should be addressed as soon as possible. In this article, we’ll go over what to do when you see or smell smoke coming from your electrical outlets.
With energy rates increasing and expected to increase even more in the future, it’s only natural for property owners to want to save as much as possible on utility costs. And while there are various energy-saving tips and tricks that can come in handy around the home and office, one often overlooked piece of the puzzle is electrical-powered appliances.
When the United States went through a housing boom in the 1960s, builders were tasked with finding alternatives to some common building materials in order to keep supply up with demand. One alternative material that became popular during this time was aluminum wiring – largely due to the increased cost of the more conventional copper wiring. But aluminum wiring […]
If a fire breaks out in your home, the difference between life and death could be a matter of minutes – perhaps even seconds. That’s why smoke detectors are so important – they’re your household’s first line of defense in the event of a fire. And when you consider the fact that some two-thirds of all home fire deaths occur in households without a working smoke […]
You already know that water and electricity don’t mix, but we bet you don’t think much about your backyard swimming pool as a threat.
It typically lives in your basement, garage, storage utility room, or closet. It’s often mounted to a wall and gray or brown in color. And it’s one of the single most important appliances inside your property for helping to facilitate some of the things you are likely to take most for granted, like the simplicity of flipping a switch to turn on a light or […]
Lightbulbs don’t last forever, but does it seem like you’re always purchasing new lightbulbs for the various fixtures around your home? Do you sense that the lightbulbs in your home aren’t lasting as long as they should be?