The holidays usually bring a lot of cheer, but they can also increase the risk of home electrical hazards. There are plenty of reasons to be especially alert this time of year, from overloaded circuits to faulty equipment and old wiring. Before you’re done with all your shopping, think about your family’s safety and call …
With pre-Black Friday sales and the start of the holiday shopping season, many people are making their lists of new electronic products they want to purchase. Online shopping could put you at risk of being taken in by scams selling cheap, knockoff electronics. While you may save some money, you can also lose out on …
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Did you know that 86% of Americans decorate the inside and outside of their homes for the holiday? Holiday electrical components can add to curb appeal, however, it is necessary to take precautions when decorating. Avoid Holiday Electrical Hazards During the winter holiday seasons, fires and electrical accidents are at an all-time high. Statistics show …
You may have already decorated for the holidays, but there’s still time to tweak your decor to save money this time of year. Here are some tips to keep in mind when trying to save on electrical holiday lighting. How to Save on Holiday Lighting Use LED lights. They use 70% less energy than incandescent …
Hanging Christmas lights in, out, and around the home is one of the most popular traditions all over the world. However, it can quickly turn dangerous if you are not careful. Ironically, thousands of people get injured trying to put up Christmas décor and lighting every year. Avoid injury this season with these Christmas lighting …
Decorating your house with lights for Christmas adds beauty and fun, but it also potentially brings danger. It is crucial to know how to use decorative lighting in a safe way. Certain lighting safety rules should be followed in order to enjoy the Christmas season without inviting tragedy. Lighting Safety When purchasing holiday decoration lights, …
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Holiday light displays are a fun and exciting way to decorate your home. For many homeowners, putting Christmas lights on trees, around mantels, and even in yards is an essential seasonal activity. This can be a costly undertaking that takes a toll on your electric bill considering that we currently consume much more energy over …
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Though you almost definitely have your holiday lights in place already, if you decorate for the season, it’s never too late to take into account some holiday decoration electrical safety tips so that you and your family are safe until that decor is put away again. Keep in Mind These Electrical Safety Tips Where did …
There is a lot of power in use this time of year, which is fairly obvious. Holiday lights (inside, outside, on the walls, on the tree) and increased kitchen usage are just two big reasons why holiday electrical use is much higher than other times of year. There’s a lot going on in these few …
The holidays are quickly approaching, which means that the annual holiday lights-related fire risks are also going to be relevant again. Make sure that you have a fire safety plan for your family and home in case the tree lights or other electronics malfunction.