Posts Tagged ‘Electrical Safety’
7 Signs Your Home May Need Electrical Repairs
Introduction When was the last time you really thought about your home’s electrical system? For most homeowners, the answer is probably “not recently.” And that’s understandable. Your electrical system is supposed to work quietly in the background. You flip a light switch, and the lights come on. You plug in your coffee maker, and it…
Read MoreBurned Outlets: What Every Homeowner Should Know Before It Becomes a Bigger Problem
Have you ever plugged something into an outlet and noticed a faint burning smell? Maybe the outlet cover looked slightly brown around one of the slots, or perhaps it felt warmer than usual when you touched it. If so, you’re not alone. Electrical outlets are something most of us use every single day without giving…
Read MoreSummer Storms and Power Outages: Protecting Your Home and Comfort Systems
Introduction For many homeowners in Western Washington, summer brings thoughts of sunshine, family gatherings, vacations, and enjoying the outdoors. While our region is known for relatively mild summer weather, recent years have shown that summer can also bring unexpected challenges. Wind events, thunderstorms, heat waves, and power outages have become more common throughout the Pacific…
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