Electrical failure or malfunction is a leading cause of home fires year after year. Yet, many home electrical fires can be prevented simply by understanding basic electrical. Owner of Travis Electrical Service and former firefighter, Chris Travis, recommends these safety practices for your home:
- Install smoke detectors on every level of the home, inside each bedroom, and outside each sleeping area.
- Test smoke detectors and fireguard breakers monthly to ensure that they are working properly.
- Establish an evacuation plan that can be used in case of an emergency, and practice with your family.
- Use light bulbs that match the recommended wattage on the light fixture.
- In homes with young children, install tamper resistant outlets to prevent electrical shocks and burns.
- Conduct a basic assessment of your home electrical system, electrical cords, extension cords, power plugs, and outlets.
- Do your lights flicker, dim or make unusual sizzling and buzzing sounds? Contact a qualified electrician immediately.
- Use extension cords only temporarily, and never with space heaters or air conditioners.
- Avoid overloading outlets. Consider having additional circuits or outlets added by a qualified electrician as needed.
When was the last time your electrical system was thoroughly inspected by a qualified electrician? Contact Travis Electrical Service and have a qualified electrician make sure your home meets the correct safety standards.
Travis Electrical Service proudly serves the following counties: Christian, Logan, Todd, Cheatham, Montgomery, Robertson and Stewart.