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There have been some people in Pensacola, Fort Walton Beach, and Panama City who have lost their homes due to electrical fires. If you want to protect your house from these types of fires, there are some tips that can help you. One of the main things you should know before reading these tips is to always have a professional electrician maintain, look after, and repair your electrical systems. Doing these things yourself could increase the risk of an electrical fire.
Home Heating Risks
One of most common causes for electrical fires is with the home heating source. There are thousands of electrical fires that are due to heating equipment. If you would like to prevent this type of fire in your home, there are certain precautions you should take. The first tip is to have a professional electrician check your heating system regularly. Most electrical fires start with the heating system. Having routine maintenance and tune-ups done can lower the risk of this type of fire in your home.
You should also know that many electrical fires in homes start with space heaters. If you are going to use this type of heating, be sure the space heater is far from anything that could be flammable. You should also make sure the space heater is plugged into an appropriate spot. If you have a space heater plugged in, be sure to keep an eye on it at all times. By doing these things, you can lower your risk of an electrical fire.
Use of a Generator
Many people in the area have lost power during storms, especially ice and rain storms. When this happens, you might use a generator. These can be helpful. However, they can also increase the risk of an electrical fire. The number one risk of generators is that they will spark and cause flames. This is more common if you use old fuel in the generator. If your generator has been sitting around for months, it might be best to have a professional electrician look it over before you use it.
Cooking
Another one of the common reasons for electrical fires is cooking. Since cooking is a part of everyday life, you should be sure to have your kitchen cooking equipment routinely inspected by a professional electrician. You want to make sure everything is safe to use. It is important to have GFCIs places in all areas of your kitchen, especially with microwaves, ranges, water sources, ovens, refrigerators, and more. If these areas get overloaded with electricity, they could cause a fire.
These are some of the best tips on avoiding electrical fires. If you want to keep your family and your house safe from electrical fires, the best tip is to have a professional electrician come in for routine maintenance on all your heating systems and cooking sources. Peaden has certified electricians ready to come by for an inspection.
Make the call today to keep your family and your home safe.