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Do you know about these electrical emergencies that can occur anytime in your ho

We engage with electricity daily at our house, at work, in most leisure activities, and nearly everywhere else, we don't think about electrical risks very often.

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Do you know about these electrical emergencies that can occur anytime in your ho

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  1. Do you know about these electrical emergencies that can occur anytime in your home? Electricity is one of the greatest boons for our generation. But we all are also well aware that electricity may be harmful since we've probably definitely experienced at least a little electric shock (aside from static electricity). However, because we engage with electricity daily at our house, at work, in most leisure activities, and nearly everywhere else, we don't think about electrical risks very often. For your safety, you should be aware of the electrical hazards that might arise in your house, as well as what you can do to protect your family and possessions. Please do not attempt to resolve any of these issues on your own; instead, contact our preferred choice for an electrician in Caterham to ensure that any electrical issues are resolved quickly and safely. In this blog we have listed some of the major yet common issues, keep on reading! Issue 1- An electrical fire. When it comes to a home's electrical system, this is the most pressing worry. A fire will start quickly if circuits are overloaded, wires fray or loose insulation, or outlets short circuit. Never use water to put out the fire! Shut off the whole electrical system if you have access to the breaker box (make sure you and your family know how to do this). To put out the fire, use a home fire extinguisher (which everyone should know where to get and how to use). If you are unable to put out the fire, contact the fire department. Once the fire is out and under control, contact our electricians to inspect and repair the wires. Turn the power back on only after they've given you the all-clear. Issue 2- Any appliance has caught fire (or at least smoking) One of the reasons you have smoke detectors in your house is this. Unplug any equipment that overheats to the point of smoking or even catching fire, from a microwave to a vacuum cleaner. If you're concerned about touching the outlet, turn off the electricity at the breaker. Do not use the appliance once more. To determine if there is any wire damage, contact an electrician. Installing GFCI outlets, which will immediately cut off the power in certain instances, is highly recommended. In such cases call the best electricians from Caterham immediately. Issue 3- The extension cord was overloaded. We're not great lovers of extension cords, so instead of trying to increase electrical reach with these lengthy tripping risks, we recommend homeowners look into adding extra outlets. Extension cords are not only an annoyance in the home, but they may also quickly overheat and cause a fire, or lose insulation and create a fire. If you observe smoke or flames coming from an electrical cord, unplug it immediately, especially if the cord is covered by a rug. Issue 4- Flooding Flooding in a home is frequently caused by plumbing problems in the bathroom or kitchen, both of which include a lot of electrical appliances. Water and electricity do not mix well, and you might be dealing with an electrical issue regardless of where the flooding is occurring. In such case shut off the water main first, then the electricity. However, if you have water on your hands or there is water on the breaker box, proceed with caution. Put on rubber gloves and just touch the plastic breaker switch, not any metal parts around it, if this is the case.

  2. Exercise caution, learn how to properly turn off the power, and keep our phone number on hand to protect yourself from home electrical accidents. What to do when I am facing an electrical Emergency? The shortest answer to that is “Call an Emergency Electrician in Caterham”. Electricians are experienced with such instances. It’s their everyday job. The most Favourite Electrician in Caterham is JMO Electrical Services! When you have an electrical emergency at your house, call them. They provide 24*7 services in the area.

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