The popularity of HGTV’s home renovation network indicates that there are more do-it-yourselfers with fixer-uppers out there than anyone ever suspected. Completing home repair projects can be both satisfying and financially rewarding. Who doesn’t like saving money on expensive remodeling projects? Painting and plastering, simple plumbing jobs, such as replacing a toilet seat or fixing a leaky faucet, door jamb or deck repair, and general fix-it jobs can make for a fun Saturday or Sunday afternoon. One thing is for certain if the faucet still leaks, or if you have streaks on the wall confirming your amateur status as a plasterer, you can learn to live with it. However, some home repair jobs carry heavy consequences if not done correctly and are best left to professionals. Unless you are a trained technician and for the safety of you and your family, home electric repairs should be performed only by certified, insured and bonded electricians.
Some Shocking Home Electric Accident Statistics
The Electrical Safety Foundation International reports that every year, electrical issues cause over 50,000 fires, resulting in loss of property, physical injury and even death. Last year, home electrical fires caused over $1 billion dollars in property damage. Damage to your home is unacceptable. However, injury to a family member is unthinkable. Yet, emergency rooms all over the U.S. treat children and adults for electrocutions every day. Is it really worth taking a chance?
Common Electrical Home Repair Danger Zones
Electricity is so incredibly useful and omnipresent, we tend to take it for granted. However, one should never underestimate the potential danger electricity represents. Defective wiring, exposed wires, overloaded circuits, broken lamps or light switches – all are accidents waiting to happen. If you have an electrical issue at your home, we urge you to take action, as soon as possible. Here are some of the most common home electrical problems that may require immediate attention:
Uncovered Light Switches or Junction Boxes
Open junction boxes or uncovered light or dimmer switches and other unfinished home electric projects can pose a serious danger, especially to curious children. Electrical outlet covers and light switch covers are often removed during the process of remodeling, however, they don’t always get put back on in a timely manner. Believe it or not, thousands of children (and adults) are shocked every year due to exposed outlets and switches.
Extension Cord Overload Due to a Shortage of Outlets
With an endless array of mobile devices, laptops, TVs and appliances all requiring electricity, many households over-use of extension cords can cause problems. If you find yourself constantly running extension cords because you have a shortage of electrical outlets, why not give us a call?
Old, Worn, Questionable Wiring
This is a problem exacerbated by the dry, desert heat in Arizona. If your home is older, the extreme temperatures (especially in the attic) may cause the insulation around your electric wires to dry out and become brittle. If it has been many years since your wiring has been checked, it might be time for a home electric general inspection.
Let the Pros at Cool Blew Handle Your Electrical Repairs
We at Cool Blew understand that electrical issues often get overlooked because many homeowners simply are not aware of the potential problems that may exist in their home. If you have electrical issues, lights dimming, power surges or other potential electrical problem areas, please give us a call today.
