Electrical Fire

1/20/2023 (Permalink)

I know you are all wondering how electrical fires are started well here are some ways they are stared and how you can prevent them from happening. Most electrical fires are caused by faulty electrical outlets and old, outdated appliances. Other fires are started by faults in appliance cords, receptacles and switches.

Causes of an electrical fire :

• Common electrical outlets
• Outdated or warn out electrical wiring
• Cord overloads
• Old appliances
• Light fixtures
• Portable heaters

How to prevent electrical fires from occurring :

• Repair or replace loose outlets as soon as you notice them.
• Call a professional to do a thorough electrical safety audit of your wiring, external power panels, and electrical wall outlets.
• Call a professional who follows the National Electrical Code to inspect your house to replace or repair the electrical wiring.
• Call your security system company to replace, repair or install your smoke detectors.
• Pay close attention to your appliances , if they are making a strange noise or if the wiring is hot you need to have it replaced or repair quickly.
• Avoid using extension cords for light fixtures and never decorate a light with paper or plastic.
• When using a portable heaters have it in a open space and plug it into a wall socket and not a extension cord.
  
  Make sure you always call 911 first then give SERVPRO of Orangeburg a call 803.536.1285