With the severe weather of winter comes the threat of electrical hazards caused by downed power lines, power outages, and possible flooding and can cause injuries and deaths even after a snow or ice storm has ended. Further, danger can also arise from the use of supplemental heating sources such as space heaters. Here are […]
Read MoreHoliday lights can brighten the season but they also present potential risk for fire and shock hazards. Holiday lights and other decorative lighting contribute to an estimated 150 home structure fires per year, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Electrical failures or malfunctions were factors in 64 percent of the fires. Reduce the risk […]
Read MoreWith the colder weather upon us, many will turn to the convenience of space heaters to reach those rooms that may be drafty due to poor ventilation or insulation. If you do use a space heater, here are some helpful tips that may just save your life. Look for safety certifications Portable space heaters that […]
Read MoreDoes your home have smoke alarms on every level, as well as inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and also in the basement? Does your home have carbon monoxide alarms on every level—minimum protection? For maximum protection, do you have CO alarms inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and in the basement? Are […]
Read MoreYour family is at risk Fire is the single biggest threat to your home and your family’s safety. During Fire Safety Month we bring you helpful tips to prevent catastrophe from striking your home and your family. Here are the types of fires that can take literally make your entire life go up in smoke: […]
Read MoreKids off to College this fall? Not for those pursuing careers in the Trades Typically, this time of year, you see stories of friends and neighbors proclaiming their status as new “empty nesters”. Well, for those who have 18-year-olds ready to move on to the next thing after high school, there are more and more […]
Read MoreAlthough it may be somewhat unusual for us in Maryland to have to deal with the effects of a hurricane, it can and certainly does happen. But regardless of whether Mother Nature deals us a thunderstorm or hurricane, it’s important to be ready and know what to do before and after a power outage, especially […]
Read MoreThis time of year, we all tend to spend more time outdoors, whether it be enjoying a BBQ or just visiting with neighbors. But when the sun goes down, you can literally be left in the dark. That’s why Mister Sparky recommends adding some outdoor lighting around your home. It not only increases the aesthetic […]
Read MoreWe all take our electric outlets around the home, office, or anywhere else for granted. But are they putting our home, our possessions, and even our families, at risk? The answer is, possibly. But that’s not all. Here are some of the primary causes of electrical fires: Faulty outlets and appliances Many home fires are […]
Read MoreQ: If you go with a smaller recessed light do you need more of them installed? If so, recommendations for going from 6” to 4”? Answer: Every installation can be different but generally speaking the larger the recessed fixture housing you install allows for larger wattage trims to be installed which in return means you […]
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