A professional electrician has years of training, education, and experience in his tool belt.  This makes him the best professional to handle all the electrical systems and issues in your home.  Social skills and communication skills need to be effective. Workplace communication, active listening, and being able to specify what tasks will be done is important.  Furthermore, ethical, transparent business practices include dependability and performance.  If they are given a job, they can be relied upon to get the job done, get it done right, and get it done on time.  Work warranty and insurance are also provided by professional electrician companies.

 

Why You Should Always Hire a Professional for Matawan Electrical Services

Every homeowner should be acquainted with at least one licensed electrician who can help keep their home wiring system safe.  Licensed electricians can do pre-purchase inspections.  They can ensure any electrical modifications meet existing codes.  They can inspect and repair outlets and switches.  They can replace outdated or malfunctioning fuses and circuit breakers.  Electricians can instruct fire safety and secure electrical operation.

If your home was built between 1965 and 1973, consider having the aluminum wiring inspected.  The wall sockets, switches and cable connections installed during this era are frequently problematic because aluminum wiring oxidizes and degrades more quickly than copper wiring.  If a complete household rewiring is not an option, copper connector “pigtails” can help mitigate some of the dangers and problems of aluminum wiring.

 

Arc-fault

When a wire is punctured, but not completely severed, the electric current can move away from its path and result in an incredible amount of heat.  This leaking of the current is called an arc fault.  The heat from an arc fault can eventually cause a fire, which may quickly spread to surrounding wood and insulation, as well as other wiring.  Take extra care when doing home renovations to ensure you do not damage any wires when hammering or drilling into walls.

You can help prevent an arc fault from causing a fire by installing an arc-fault circuit interrupter to your circuit breakers.  When arc fault circuit interrupters detect irregular current flow, they shut down the circuit to prevent overheating and combustion.  Using a stud finder to locate framing studs behind drywall can also prevent arc faults from occurring. By nailing only into studs, you can avoid hitting and damaging concealed wiring.  Stud finders are usually priced under $20.

 

Cords, Outlets and Plug Safety

Electric currents carried by wiring, switches, plugs and appliances generate heat.  Excessive or uncontrolled heat can start fires.  To help prevent electrical fires, know how to use and store plugs and electrical cords and take precautions.  Don’t run cords under carpeting, bedding, or other combustible materials. Additionally, avoid placing cords across doorways or frequently traveled areas. Be aware that discard frayed or broken cords and never splice two cords together.  Don’t overload outlets or use extension cords in place of outlets.  Call an electrician to install additional outlets as necessary.  Ensure plugs fit snugly in outlets to prevent shock and excess heat.

 

Lighting Safety

Combustible materials such as drapery, bedding and upholstered furniture may ignite when exposed to hot bulbs.  Follow these safety tips to help prevent light bulbs from causing electrical fires. Purchase lamps and fixtures certified by underwriter’s laboratories (UL), an independent and not-for-profit safety testing and certification organization.  Use the right light bulb wattage for all lamps and fixtures.  Position lamps away from open windows where strong breezes may blow draperies onto hot light bulbs.  Lampshades can also prevent combustible materials from direct contact with a hot bulb.

Why You Should Always Hire a Professional for Matawan Electrical Services

 

Electrical fires are among the most dangerous forms of combustion due to how quickly they can spread and grow out of control. By following the information above, you can help reduce the chances of an electrical fire occurring in your home.  You should always hire a professional for Matawan electrical services to prevent electrical fires and save your home.

 

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Hiring a professional electrician is the safest and efficient way to troubleshoot electrical issues.  Mikulka Electricians are always professional and efficient.   Insured and trained to do the job right the first time.  Experts in the field of electrics with over 25 years’ experience.  Prepared with up-front pricing and a lifetime guarantee.  We observe all PPE (personal protective equipment) and COVID 19 requirements in to keep our staff and your family safe.  Our team of experts will respond immediately to your call for help.  Call Mikulka Electric, Inc. for a wide range of electrical services, including indoor and outdoor lighting, electrical heating, electrical repairs, and back-up generators.  We service Central New Jersey area.  Address 275 RT. 79 Morganville, NJ 07751 https://mikulka-electric.com/contact-us/

Phone 855-645-8552 or 855-MIKULKA

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