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- Feb 13, 2019
- 1 min
Be Prepared: Spring
Now that the polar vortex has passed, spring seems to be on the horizon! While you might be doing some spring cleaning, don’t forget to do some spring electrical maintenance as well. Here are some tips to assist you in the new season. Inspect your outlets, light fixtures, and cords. This is a good habit to practice for any time of year. The relatively larger electrical load of winter makes it especially important to inspect cords, outlet, and appliances in the spring. Check f


- Feb 4, 2019
- 2 min
Be Prepared: Floods
Basement flooding can happen anytime - even in the winter season. Electrical safety may not be your biggest priority during a flood, but shock and other hazards can become a big threat. Here are some things you should know if you ever find yourself with a submerged floor: Before the flood: Install a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet if they’re not already in your basement. These are designed to shut off electrical power when it detects a loss of current. When wat