Often, seniors are dependent on other people for their care and safety. As the years pass by, they rely increasingly on their caregivers or children. Additionally, safety issues also become a major concern. Sometimes, they overlook fire prevention and hazards associated with electrical devices around their home. Adults who are 65 and above are at the greatest risk of injury or death, caused by fire and the risk increases with age. You can avert this danger by following these electrical safety tips from a Simi Valley Electrician.
Be careful with outlets and extension cords
Firstly, each outlet in a home delivers a specific amount of electricity; and by plugging too many appliances all at once in a single electrical outlet, you might cause a minor explosion and worse, a fire.
If you have many devices plugged in, it is recommended to use a power strip to safely accommodate your needs. Specifically, choose one that saves energy.
Another potential cause of accidents at home is extension cords that run throughout the house; as this might cause the elderly to trip. Without question, this can be very dangerous.
As a result, damage can be done to the cord or outlets if the cord gets ripped off the wall. Therefore, if you use extension cords too often, it’s recommended to let an electrician from Simi Valley install extra outlets around your house.
Dales Simi Electric was founded in 1967. We are family owned and local to the area, we don’t just work in Simi Valley our technicians live in Simi Valley. We specialize in residential and commercial wiring our services include, New Meters, Electrical Panels, Kitchen Remodels, and Recess Lighting to name a few.
If you are looking for a professional, always on time electrician, you can count on Dales Simi Electric to get the job done right, the first time.
