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Month: April 2023

What You Should Know About Home Electrical Inspections

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Every home uses large quantities of electricity every single day. From cooking, heating, cooling and laundry, to running multiple appliances, charging cell phones and computers and surfing the web, the electricity demands on all of our homes are far beyond many. To accommodate the countless demands made on your home every day, it is imperative that homeowners ensure that they have an electrical system that is not only state of the art but working at peak levels all the time. The best way to accomplish this task is to have routine electrical inspections performed on your home’s electrical system.

Identifying Potential Electrical Problems

A home electrical inspection is a surefire way to provide peace of mind to homeowners as well as safety and security that your home and your entire family are safe from electrical risks and fires. Our highly skilled and experienced team of electricians is steadfast their commitment to meet the individual needs of all our valued clients. We want to be sure that every one of our clients has all the insight and understanding they need when it comes to identifying potential electrical system problems.

With an electrical inspection you can be sure that our professionals will identify potential problems and provide effective solutions to ensure the overall safety of your home and family. There are a variety of problems that can arise with an electrical system that can be easily identified when a full inspection is performed. Some of those common problems include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Carbon monoxide detectors that are not functioning properly
  • Smoke alarms that are either improperly installed or not operating
  • The need for installing additional GFCI outlets either in bathrooms or kitchens
  • Bathroom fans and or bathroom lights that are in need of a separate 20-amp circuit
  • Washers, dryers and laundry rooms in general that do not have proper circuits installed
  • Wall switches that are defective
  • Lighting that may be installed with old, worn-out wiring
  • Overcrowded electrical wiring
  • Illegally spliced wires
  • Tube wiring and knobs that are outdated
  • Appliances such as stoves that do not have their own dedicated circuits of 240 amps
  • Other equipment, such as sump pumps, generators or heating or cooling units that are not properly installed or are absent proper amps for operating equipment effectively and efficiently

Trust Our Pros

The team of certified professionals here at Gervais Electric, Inc. takes a great deal of pride in providing only the highest quality electrical parts and services to all our valued clients. To learn more about electrical inspections, whether you are looking to buy or sell a home, or simply want to ensure the security, safety and functionality of your home’s electrical system, rest assured we are the team for you. Reach out to one of our friendly, dedicated team members and schedule your free consultation today. We look forward to serving you and to ensuring the safety of your home and family. Whether winter, spring, summer or fall, you can always count on our trusted team. Our clients are our number one priority which is why we highly recommend you take time out to schedule your service appointment today.

An electrical inspection not only ensures the safety of your home and family but offers you the peace of mind needed knowing that the electrical system in your home is up to date and equipped to handle all your electrical needs, and all without risk. For all your residential or commercial electrical needs, be sure to look to the pros here at Gervais Electric, Inc. Don’t delay. Schedule your home inspection today!

Electrical Hazards to Be on The Lookout For

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Electricity is a vital component in every home and is relied upon every moment of every day. With that thought in mind, it is important that homeowners have insight on how to safely handle electrical issues. Many homes fall victim to fires each and every year as a result of electrical issues. In order to avoid fires and excessive damage, homeowners should be aware of how to prevent them in the first place. By familiarizing yourself with some of the most common electrical hazards that are present in nearly every home and taking steps to avoid them, you can keep your home and family safe from harm year after year.

Watch for These Common Electrical Hazards

  • Electricity and water don’t mix – One of the most common electrical hazards is that of water. Often times we fail to think first and will reach for a shaver or hair dryer after coming out of the shower and our hands or body are still wet. We all know that water and electricity do not mix so at no time should you touch electrical outlets or appliances when your hands or body are still wet. If you must use an electrical appliance near to water, it is imperative that your hands and body are dry and that you keep all cords and wires distanced from the shower, bath tub, sink or any other water source.
  • Damaged and frayed wires are dangerous – If you have cords that are frayed, melted, corroded or display any black color at all, get rid of them! These items will almost always result in an electrical hazard and perhaps even a fire over time. They can also cause electrical shocks and burns. You should not try taping damaged cords but rather you should discard them and replace them altogether.
  • Extension cords can pose a threat – Although extension cords can be quite useful and handy, they should not be used for extended periods of time. Extension cords are meant to be a temporary resource for providing electricity and should always be unplugged when they are no longer in use. You should not run an extension cord through the ceiling or the walls since it can result in overheating and ultimately an electrical fire.
  • Curiosity can kill the cat and harm your children– Children and pets can be curious as we all know. With that said, electrical outlets are typically located near to the floor making them very easy to access and use. If they are easily accessible to you, then they are every bit as accessible to children and even your family pets. Because of their location, we highly recommend that if you have children and pets in your home you invest in plastic plug in covers for the outlets to safeguard all your little ones. These plastic plug covers will prevent your little ones from putting objects into the outlets or touching the outlets at all. Children are very curious and at the youngest of ages will find outlets very appealing. Be sure to protect your children and pets with child proof plastic plug in covers.

Bottom Line

If you want to learn more about electrical hazards and how to safeguard your family and home, or if you are in need of any residential, commercial or emergency electrical services or repairs, be sure to reach out to our experienced team of professionals at Gervais Electric, Inc. Our team is steadfast in their commitment to meet the individual needs of all our valued clients and looks forward to our every opportunity to serve you. For the best in electrical services, whether residential, commercial or 24/7 emergencies, trust Gervais Electric, Inc. where our clients and their safety are always our number one priority!