May is National Electrical Safety Month and
Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric says it is also a
great time for homeowners to be mindful of electrical
hazards
TULSA,
Okla., May 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Quality
Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric, a leading HVAC, plumbing
and electric service company located in Glenpool, Oklahoma, offers tips to help
homeowners protect their families and homes from electrical hazards
in celebration of National Electrical Safety Month.
"May is a great time for homeowners to take stock of their
electric outlets, cords and circuit panels," said Quality Heating,
Cooling, Plumbing & Electric Vice President and co-owner
Cassie Pound. "Homeowners across the
country will be turning on their air conditioning for the first
time this season, plugging in portable fans and using electrical
equipment for outdoor activities, like landscaping, pool motors and
outdoor lighting. We just want to remind them to use some
caution."
National Electrical Safety Month was introduced by the
Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) in the mid-1990s
to bring awareness to home electrical safety each May.
Pound suggested homeowners:
- Check all the home's electric cords. Homeowners
should look for cords that show some damage. In some instances,
frayed or cracked cords on more expensive appliances or electronics
can be replaced or repaired, but some items may need to be replaced
all together to get rid of a bad cord.
- Do not overload outlets. Unfortunately, many older
homes don't have enough outlets for modern living, and residents
will have to use grounded surge protectors with additional outlets
to have enough to power their equipment. A better option is to have
a licensed electrician add outlets in the home and update the
circuit box.
- Unplug unused tools and appliances. Leaving power
tools and appliances that aren't frequently used plugged in will
not only run up the electric bill, but are potential fire hazards,
particularly if the equipment has an issue or has a heating
element.
- Pay attention to flickering lights. Most of the
time, the problem with a flickering light is the fault of the light
bulb, but it can also signal electrical issues, and those issues
should be checked by a licensed electrician.
- Have older circuit panels inspected. If a home is
more than 15 years old or has not had an inspection in several
years, calling in a licensed electrician to inspect the equipment
can protect homes from electrical fires caused by loose
connections, corrosion or overloaded circuits.
"It's important that we take some time to consider all the
places where we come into contact with electricity in our homes and
to ensure that our families are protected from electric shock,"
said Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric President
and co-owner Oscar Pound. "By taking
some time to check your surroundings, you can make sure you avoid
potential hazards."
Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric has locations
in Glenpool, Tulsa and Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and offers HVAC,
plumbing, air quality and electric services.
For more information about Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing
& Electric, please visit https://quality-hc.com/.
About Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing &
Electric
Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric has provided
the residents of the Glenpool and
Tulsa, Oklahoma communities with
professional heating, cooling, plumbing and electric services
since 2014. This locally owned and operated company offers friendly
and experienced technicians, industry-leading products and
professional residential systems service. Quality's employees are
also actively involved in their community and committed to those in
need. Every month, the company gives back to the community through
donations and volunteer work. For more information about Quality
Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric visit
https://quality-hc.com/ or call (918) 518-5900.
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