Sunday, May 16, 2010

Check Your Electrical System

In preparation for summer, now is a good time to check your electrical system. Below is a basic list. If you have more questions or need specific instructions for your home, call me Saturday morning!

  • Trip and reset circuit breakers.
  • Check all light bulbs to ensure they don't exceed the recommended wattage for the lamp or fixture.
  • Consider using CFL bulbs whenever possible to increase your energy savings.
  • Check electrical outlets and switches for loose hardware.
  • Check power cords for frayed cables or damaged plugs.
  • If there are small children in the home, use safety covers on any unused outlets.
  • Replace surge protectors if needed.
  • Check all fire extinguishers to ensure they are in working order.
  • Check smoke detectors.
  • Check CO2 detectors.
  • Check the batteries in your flash lights in preparation for summer outages.