Electrical Safety
7 Dangerous Electrical Hazards in Your Home
There is no dispute that the world today and our lives are heavily dependent on power. Electricity-powered equipment and appliances are the foundation of our entire way of life and work.
Unfortunately, our dependence on electricity exposes us to various covert threats that could result in serious harm, fatalities, or large financial losses. Contact Conford Electrics should you experience any of the following electrical hazards in your home, we are your trusted Melbourne Electrician:
1. Overloaded Outlets
Laptops, TVs, blenders, coffee machines, phones, fridges; the list of gadgets and appliances we use daily is endless, resulting in overloaded sockets.
An electrical socket has a maximum number of amps it can handle. Overloaded outlets can overheat and cause a fire. Disperse appliances across multiple sockets and unplug anything you’re not using.
2. Old Wiring
Professionally installed wires should last for decades, but wear and tear are inevitable. It’s essential to test your wiring regularly to ensure it works safely with all appliances.
Avoid attempting to solve these issues yourself. Our licensed electricians can confirm compatibility with your appliances and suggest safety-enhancing modifications.
3. Old and Damaged Electrical Appliances
You inherited that blender your mom used for years, and it works perfectly well, so why get rid of it?
Old appliances can compromise our safety as the old wiring is prone to pinched cords, cracks, kinks, and frays, all of which pose a safety hazard in your home. Replace or repair to keep your family safe.
4. Using Light Bulbs With the Wrong Voltage
Choosing the correct voltage is crucial for bulb operation. Too high voltage can lead to overheating of the light bulb as the heat can melt the light socket as well as the insulation of the wires – this could easily result in property fires.
5. Wet Electrical Outlets
Water is a conductor of electricity, so a wet electrical outlet can increase the current. Water can cause electrical wiring to short circuit, which can heat the wires and potentially cause an electrical shock, not to mention electrical fires.
6. Faulty Smoke Alarms
According to a recent study, smoke alarms were inoperable in 40% of fatal home fires.
Further research shows that over 66 percent of residential fires occurred in homes without functional smoke alarms. Ensure your fire alarm is functioning correctly by getting a professional from Cornford Electrics to inspect and test your smoke alarm. It’s your greatest weapon against fire emergencies.
7. DIY Electrical Repairs
With all of its DIY home improvement videos, YouTube has transformed us into electricians, gardeners, carpenters, and other tradespeople. Though this can be helpful in certain tasks, we must always take electrical work seriously and remember it can be lethal. Some jobs are best left to professionals with the proper training and experience.
Contact Cornford Electrics to Avoid Dangerous Electrical Hazards in Your Home
The team at Cornford Electrics are certified, experienced and licensed. An electrical safety check will give you peace of mind that your home is electrically safe. Stop minor electrical problems from becoming major by identifying faults early. Contact us for all your electrical needs.
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Cornford Electrics has been proudly providing excellent electrical services to customers since 2006. Backed by a managing director with over 25 years of experience in the industry, we are committed to helping property owners and businesses alike find solutions to their electrical problems in the most efficient way possible.
