• November 7th, 2023

Important Electrical Safety Tips To Protect Your Building

Living in a house or working in an office with electrical hazards can pose significant health risks. Having some knowledge about electrical safety is important as almost all homes and offices are powered by energy. You can prevent electrical mishaps or accidents by taking some preventive measures. 

With the increasing dependency on electrical appliances, electrical safety becomes even more important. You may sometimes forget to turn off the electrical devices and this can turn out to be really expensive for you. Merit Electric is the right place if you’re looking for experienced electricians for commercial electrical repairs. 

In this blog, we will delve into some crucial electrical safety tips. Explore more below.

How To Maintain Electrical Safety At Homes or Offices?

Avoid Overloading Outlets

Many people make mistakes by plugging in multiple appliances into an outlet but this can be extremely dangerous for your electrical system. In fact, your appliances may stop working due to overheating or any other related issues. We recommend using a Chint circuit breaker to avoid overloading issues. 

Repair or Replace Damaged or Faulty Power Cords

Every home has different electrical hazards; some may have faulty lights or fixtures while others may have issues with dryers, ovens or stoves, or refrigerators. However, the most common electrical hazard among all is faulty power cords. Extension cords are something that needs more attention as they can get caught on furniture quite easily. 

Unplug All The Unused Appliances

Do you think only unused power or extension cords pose risks? Let us be clear that not unplugging all the unused electrical appliances also poses significant risks. Make sure you unplug all the appliances that are not in use. This provides them protection against power surges or overheating. If you have a habit of leaving appliances with their plug on, investing in smart switches may be a great option. You can also count on us for commercial electrical repairs. 

Follow the Instruction Manual For Appliances

We always emphasize using appliances only after going through the instruction manual. This will help you understand the dos and don’ts of using the appliances. For example, check wattage so that you plug it in with the appropriate extension cord or outlet. 

Hire Merit Electric For The Best Electrical Services

Merit Electric has over a decade of experience in providing high-quality electrical services. We can also help you with new construction electrical services. Whether you need residential electrical services or commercial, we are the ideal choice. Get in touch with our experts today to book our services.