Each year when our local meteorologists warn us of the probability of a hurricane off the coast making landfall, residents across South Florida scramble to make last minute preparations to their home. One of the main errands include running to the local hardware store and standing in long lines desperately waiting for the stock personnel to put out the few portable generators they have available for sale. If you are one of the lucky ones to get a generator for your home the last thing that you want to do is put your family at risk of injury or death by installing it incorrectly. Having a generator installed properly and knowing how to work it can be the difference between life or death.
In 2005, the Consumer Product Safety Commission reported 55 deaths from portable generator carbon monoxide poisioning. Many people in the rush to prepare for a lights-out situation do not take into consideration the proper handling, installation, or placement of their generator. The exhaust produced from a portable generator contains the odorless poisonous gas carbon monoxide is known for being an invisible killer. According to the CPSC Chairman Hal Stratton, "The amount of carbon monoxide from one generator is equivalent to hundreds of idling cars.”
Another potential fatal hazard of a portable generator is the possibility of it “backfeeding”
Working with an experienced electrician, like Wellington Electric, and preparing before a hurricane approaches will prevent situations like these happening to your family. Wellington Electric is prepared to meet this year’s hurricane season with a stock of portable generators and crew ready to properly install and train their customers on the proper use and care for a portable or permanent mounted generator.
Located centrally in Palm Beach County, Wellington Electric has been serving the area with exceptional workmanship since 1985. They offer complete electrical services for both residential and commercial jobs. Their highly qualified electricians are specialized in new construction, remodeling, additions, interior and exterior lighting, security lighting, sprinkler/pool/
Wellington Electric is committed to keeping their customers safe. “With every generator we sell, we provide our customers with a laminated instruction and reference guide to ensure proper use and safety.” said Ruth Palmer, President of Wellington Electric.
Start your preparation now by purchasing a portable generator. Portable generator packages offered include the generator - delivered and assembled, transfer switch with installation, power cord, start-up and walk through with the customer on operating the generator along with laminated instructions for future reference.
Residents can also buy packages with larger permanent generators that can power an entire house. Wellington Electric technicians are experienced in installing generators as big as100,000-watts in homes. The company also provides installation services for customers who want to supply their own generator. Wellington Electric offers free estimates within local areas and they are eager to provide information to Palm Beach County residents who have questions about purchasing a generator, sizing a generator, installing a generator and most other general information of generator usage.
Wellington Electric is located at 3103 Fortune Way, Suite 2, Wellington, Fl. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m and is a state licensed contractor (EC 13002561), bonded and insured.
For more information call (561) 798-8811 or logon to their website www.WellingtonElectric.com for more information on generators, hurricane preparation tips, and all services.
