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4/13/2020 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of St. Louis Central is Here To Help if you have an electrical fire in your home or business
All over the U.S., electrical fires are one of the most common causes of house fires. Electrical fires are not exclusive to old buildings, and they are also not exclusive to home appliances. In fact, 50% of electrical fires start with electrical distribution and lighting equipment. This is due to a compromised wire insulation, an overloaded conduit, or the equipment becoming hot and being close to combustible material.
How To Protect Yourself From Electrical Fires
- Have your home or business thoroughly inspected by a qualified electrician to ensure that electrical work is up to code.
- Install smoke detectors on every level of your home or business
- Test smoke detectors every month
- Establish an emergency escape plan
- Do not overload electrical outlets
- Use light bulbs that meet the recommended power of light fixture
- Inspect your appliances, extension cords, and plug-ins often to make sure they have not become compromised
- Look and listen for telltale signs of problems; sizzling or buzzing, flickering lights, and frequently tripped breakers
Following these tips can help prevent and make sure you are as ready as possible for a fire disaster, but no one is really ready for a home disaster. In those times of need, SERVPRO of St. Louis Central is Here To Help. We offer board-ups, free estimates, and reconstruction services. That means that when you call SERVPRO of St. Louis Central, we will make it “Like it never even happened.”