If any of the light switches in your home or office are making a buzzing, crackling, or popping noise, it can be highly disconcerting. Those are supposed to be quiet, right? Any noise your light switch makes besides the “clicking”… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘electrical safety’
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TriStar Electric is Celebrating National Dog Day with Some Pet Safety Tips!
National dog day is Sunday, August 26, 2018! We can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with some tips to help our valued customers make sure their pets stay safe from common electrical hazards. Your pets are part… Read More
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Tips for Testing Your Home’s GFCI Outlets
GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlets are an essential safety feature in any home. The way they work is that when the internal sensor detects too much moisture, the outlet will stop supplying electricity. Since water is a conductor of… Read More
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Electrical Safety for Your Swimming Pool
Going for a swim in the backyard pool is pretty much everyone’s favorite summer activity. Since temperatures here in Maryland have been pushing 100 degrees Fahrenheit for the better part of this week, you probably dove in a few times!… Read More
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Do you Need to Schedule an Electrical Inspection?
Any time you need to assess the safety and overall condition of your home’s electrical system, it’s time for an electrical inspection. Did you know that over 50,000 electrical fires happen every year in the US? Ensuring the safety of… Read More
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Beware of Electrical Damage from Spring Storms!
Spring is with us here in Maryland. Birds are chirping, bees are buzzing, and allergies are getting us all! One thing that we have to look out for is those spring and summer storms. The lightning that often accompanies rain… Read More
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Keeping Furry Friends Safe from Electrical Hazards
We love our furry friends! Dogs and cats are just as much parts of the family as human family members. As anyone with fur-kids knows, there are a few special safety concerns that go along with them. If you live… Read More
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How to Protect Your Home from Common Winter Electrical Problems
This past week, North America saw some of the lowest temperatures that have ever been recorded and, believe it or not, winter isn’t even half over yet! We always hear about how we need to drip faucets to protect our… Read More
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Free Home Electrical Inspection with Report
Whether you’re selling your home or purchasing a home, it’s crucial that you hire a professional to perform an electrical inspection on the property. An electrical contractor can help ensure that your home is safe, up-to-date, and meets the standards… Read More