Precision Tech Electric - Smoke Detectors - Monmouth County NJ

April 6, 2010 - PRLog -- Hundreds of electrical fires happen each year resulting in countless painful injuries and thousands of dollars of lost property, but by following these simple electrical safety tips at home, many hazardous situations can be avoided.

Cords

Every electrical appliance has a cord, and many homes use extension cords to increase the range of electrical outlets. These safety tips can help keep cords in good condition for safe operation.

   * Check cords regularly for frays, cracks or kinks, including power tool cords, holiday lights and extension cords.
   * Cords are not be jump ropes, clothes lines or leashes, and should never be used for anything other than their intended purpose.
   * Cords should be firmly plugged into outlets – if the cord is loose and can pull out easily, choose a different, more snug outlet.

Outlets

Every cord has to plug into an appropriate electrical outlet, but these tempting niches are inviting to unwelcome objects that can cause shorts and fires. Use these electrical safety tips at home to keep outlets safe.

   * Block unused outlets by changing to a solid cover plate or using childproof caps.
   * Do not overload outlets with multiple adapters or power strips; relocate cords instead.
   * Never put any object other than the appropriate size plug into an outlet.

Light Bulbs

Light bulbs are the single most common electrical fixture in homes, and proper light bulb safety can keep them from becoming a common electrical hazard.

   * Use bulbs that have the correct wattage requirements for each fixture -- using a higher wattage bulb can cause the fixture to overheat.
   * Consider switching to more efficient compact fluorescent bulbs that provide the same level of light at a lower wattage level.
   * Always screw bulbs in tightly; a loose bulb can cause sparks or shorts.

Precision Tech Electric located in Manalapan, New Jersey in Monmouth County is a fixture in safety, with an extensive track record. Precision Tech is a full service electrical company specializing in expert trouble shooting, new construction, service upgrades, pool/hot tub wiring, ceiling fans/attic fans, landscape lighting, computer wiring, basements/ additions, residential /commercial wiring and code violation corrections.

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