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Avoid home heating fires

As we officially move into the deep freeze this month, we see customers pulling out all the stops to stay comfy. Since half of all home heating fires happen during the months of December, January and February, let’s touch on ways to avoid them. While space heaters can provide welcome warmth in chilly rooms or drafty homes, they can also...

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Holiday decorating, safely

The holidays are nearly upon us, and I’m already humming a few favorite carols. In the spirit of the Twelve Days of Christmas, here are my top 12 Holiday Safety Tips. (You can sing them if you like.) Keep your decorations at least three feet away from heat sources, especially those with open flames like fireplaces and candles. The...

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Safety tips to weather fall

October is National Fire Prevention Month, and a good time to give thought to how safe your home’s indoor/outdoor electrical is. Here are a few precautionary tips I’ve learned over the years. Fall is when you should safely store your warm-weather tools like the lawn mower and pull out cold weather tools such as your snowblower...

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Electrical service...fast

You may have heard there is a national shortage of skilled tradespeople right now, including carpenters, masons, plumbers, tile workers and especially electricians. To ensure everyone’s safety, certified electricians undergo many years of training and apprenticeship. Getting into the field takes time and commitment, but it is a highly rewarding...

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Is your electric panel at risk?

People don’t often think of electricity as having moving parts, but it’s constantly flowing through your home. The heart pumping the flow is your electrical panel. Since the panel is usually located in the basement, over the years it can be impacted by heat and cool temps, as well as moisture, which can cause corrosion and rust...

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