Electricity has been around long enough that we don’t give it much thought. We flip a switch and the light comes on (barring unforeseen circumstances, of course). Sometimes, we get too comfortable and we neglect to take simple safety precautions. Let’s take a look at a few tips to keep you and your family safe [...]
For some, the sound of rain can be a calming experience but for most, a severe thunderstorm can be daunting. However, one important thing that applies to everyone is the issue of electrical safety, especially during a thunderstorm. Here are a few points to keep in mind the next time Mother Nature brings a bad [...]
Here’s a little recap of high school chemistry for you: Electricity is formed by charged particles that originate in atoms. An atom consists of protons, electrons and neutrons. Protons are positively charged while electrons are negatively charged. The flow of electrons between two points is known as electricity. In order for us to safely consume [...]
Christmas is around the corner and now is the perfect time to calculate your electrical usage before plugging in your Christmas lights. It’s also important to take safety precautions to avoid a disastrous electrical fire. Things like faulty wiring, dry winter weather and bad electronic product choices can all act as contributing factors in a [...]