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Winterize Your Electrical System: 5 Tips to Prevent Problems

Southeast Idaho winters can be harsh, and extreme cold can wreak havoc on your home's electrical system. To keep your home safe and warm this winter, it's crucial to take steps to winterize your electrical system.

Here are 5 essential tips to prevent electrical problems:

1. Inspect Holiday Lights:

Check for damage: Before stringing up those festive lights, carefully inspect each strand for frayed wires, broken bulbs, and loose connections. Discard any damaged lights.
Avoid overloading circuits: Don't overload electrical circuits by plugging too many lights into a single outlet. Use extension cords sparingly and make sure they are rated for outdoor use.
Turn off lights when leaving: Always turn off holiday lights when leaving the house or going to bed.

2. Beware of Space Heater Hazards:

Keep space heaters away from flammable materials: Never place space heaters near curtains, furniture, bedding, or paper.
Use the right type of space heater: Choose a space heater with a tip-over switch that automatically shuts off the unit if it falls over.
Never leave a space heater unattended: Always unplug a space heater when leaving the room or going to bed.

3. Protect Outdoor Outlets:

Use weatherproof covers: Cover outdoor outlets with weatherproof covers to prevent moisture from entering and causing short circuits.
Unplug outdoor decorations: Unplug all outdoor decorations, including lights and inflatables, when not in use.

4. Check for Frozen Pipes:

Frozen pipes can damage wiring: When water in pipes freezes, it expands, which can put pressure on surrounding pipes and potentially damage nearby electrical wiring.
Insulate exposed pipes: Insulate exposed pipes in unheated areas of your home, such as the basement or garage.
Keep garage doors closed: Keep garage doors closed during cold weather to prevent pipes from freezing.

5. Schedule a Professional Inspection:

The best way to ensure your electrical system is winter-ready is to schedule a professional inspection with a qualified electrician. A licensed electrician can:

Identify potential hazards: Inspect your electrical system for any potential hazards, such as faulty wiring, overloaded circuits, and outdated equipment.
Recommend necessary repairs: Address any issues before they become serious problems.
Offer preventative maintenance tips: Provide valuable advice on how to maintain a safe and efficient electrical system throughout the winter.

Don't wait for a problem to occur. Contact Electric Falls today to schedule a winter electrical safety inspection.

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