Safety Tips

Since it is a fact that 1/3 of all fires are caused by electrical installations, it is important that your complete system is done safely. This includes grounding, surge protection, placement of extension cords and all other wiring. We are happy to give you these sources of good information, as life safety is important to us and our industry.

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Our philosophy is that we are here for the long run and want our clients to know that we would rather make a fair wage on a hundred jobs than a killing on one. At Direct Current we are an experienced and highly–recommended contractor serving the electrical needs of residential and commercial properties from new wiring to electrical maintenance, and troubleshooting. We’re specialists in the service and installation of electrical systems, and have comprehensive knowledge of the new technologies as well as systems that have been installed for years.

Electric power gives us light and warmth, but without safety precautions, it can also be dangerous. Follow these simple precautions to help insure you and your family’s safety:

Replace or repair loose or frayed cords on all electrical devices.
Avoid running extension cords across doorways or under carpets.
In homes with small children, electrical outlets should have plastic safety covers.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for plugging an appliance into a receptacle outlet.
Avoid overloading outlets. Consider plugging only one high–wattage appliance into each receptacle outlet at a time.
If outlets or switches feel warm, shut off the circuit and have them checked by an electrician.
When possible, avoid the use of “cube taps” and other devices that allow the connection of multiple appliances into a single receptacle.
Place lamps on level surfaces, away from things that can burn and use bulbs that match the lamp’s recommended wattage.
Never touch anything electrical when you have wet hands.
Don’t use electrical appliances such as hair dryers or radios in a wet place or near water.
If power is lost during a storm, turn off or unplug electrical appliances so that there’s not a power surge when the electricity comes back on.
If there’s flooding, watch out for water around electrical items, and never use appliances if they’re wet.
Never play with kites or toy planes near overhead power lines.
If a toy happens to get caught in a power line, don’t attempt to remove it yourself.
Never prune trees yourself that are near power lines.

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