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Accidents can occur even with the utmost caution, hence the term “accidents” rather than “intentionals.” Nonetheless, the frequency of home electrical fires during electrical repairs is staggering. It’s a sobering reality: despite electricity’s indispensable role in American life, it was implicated in nearly 48,000 home fires from 2007 to 2011, according to the National Fire […]

A ladder may not fit neatly into your toolbox, but it’s undeniably one of the most essential tools, especially for reaching high areas during electrical repairs. Unfortunately, ladder-related accidents are all too common, often due to insufficient precautions or improper practices. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration reports that many ladder accidents occur when ladders

Considering that you spend approximately one-third of your life in your bedroom, it’s essential to prioritize electrical safety in this space, regardless of your activities. Experts In Your Home has initiated a new series of articles focusing on household electrical safety tips, addressing common potential trouble spots in each room. This comprehensive approach allows you

For many, the garage serves as more than just a parking spot for vehicles. It often doubles as a workshop for hobbies, a space for household repairs, or even a storage area for extra food and drinks. With such varied activities and the constant movement of tools and appliances in and out of outlets, it’s

The combination of water and electricity is widely known to be hazardous, ranging from mild shocks to potentially fatal electrocution. However, at Experts In Your Home, we believe that not everyone fully grasps the risks, particularly in the context of maintaining electrical safety in the bathroom. Considering the numerous water sources like faucets, tubs, and

It’s often wise in life to contemplate, “What’s the worst-case scenario?” By answering this question and formulating a plan to address the worst possible outcome, we can significantly mitigate the risk of mistakes, accidents, and even tragedies. This principle holds particularly true for electrical safety, especially concerning outdoor electrical repairs and activities. Apart from bathrooms,

Here at Experts In Your Home, we emphasize the importance of electrical safety practices, and we trust that you implement them diligently at home. However, accidents can occur despite our best efforts. In the United States alone, there are close to 50,000 electrical fires each year, as reported by the National Fire Protection Association. None

When the lights in your home start flickering, it might seem intriguing to your kids, like a ghostly presence is making its presence known. However, at Experts In Your Home, we’re more concerned with addressing the underlying issues causing this phenomenon and ensuring your electrical system is safe and functional. While flickering lights during a

The journey of electricity from power plants to your home involves various stages, including transmission lines, substations, and distribution lines. Eventually, it reaches your home’s electrical panel, which serves as the central control hub for distributing power to your household devices. Often likened to the “brain” of your home’s electrical system, the panel plays a

Each time you flick a switch to illuminate a room, power up a device, or connect an appliance in your home, you’re essentially sending a signal to your electrical panel. Simultaneously, major appliances like your air conditioner, furnace, refrigerator, and microwave are placing demands on the electrical panel’s capacity. Considered the “brain” of your home’s