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6 MOST COMMON CAUSES OF ELECTRIC FIRES

1. FAULTY SOCKETS & OUTLETS
Most electrical fires are caused by faulty electrical outlets or worn out sockets that aren’t properly grounded. With age, the wiring behind sockets and outlets wears, the wires loosen over time and can eventually break and cause a fire.

2. LIGHT FIXTURES & FITTINGS
Another common cause of electrical fires are lamps, lightbulbs and light fittings. It’s important to follow the wattage guidelines for all light fixtures and lamps in your home and to never exceed the recommended amount. If a light bulb with too high a wattage is used a fire can start.

3. EXTENSION CORDS
When large numbers of appliances are plugged into extension cords this can create an excessive power load on a single socket which it may not be able to handle.

4. PORTABLE HEATERS
Portable heaters should never be used for an extended period of time or overnight and shouldn’t be placed too close to combustible surfaces like curtains, beds, clothing, chairs, sofas and rugs as this is one of the most common ways for them to start a fire.

5. OUTDATED WIRING
Wiring in older homes often isn’t up to handling the increased demands and numbers of electrical appliances the average US home now has. Usually, breakers are triggered when a circuit is overloaded with too much electricity, but old breaker boxes may have worn connectors that don’t work which can cause the system to overload and catch fire.

6. OLD OR FAULTY APPLIANCES
Similar to outdated wiring, using old or dated appliances can be a fire hazard as they may not be up to standard when it comes to wattage usage, material quality and safety regulations.

CONCLUSION
Electrical fires are an all too common occurrence in US homes, however being aware of the causes of electrical fires can help to safeguard against them.

Spring Electrical Checklist

Indoors:
-Extension cords are meant to be used temporarily. Consider hiring an electrician to install extra receptacle outlets as necessary.
-Major appliances should be plugged directly into an outlet, never an extension cord.
-Test to make sure all of your indoor GFCI outlets are working properly.
-If you don’t have GFCI outlets in areas with high moisture (bathrooms, kitchen, outdoors) you should hire a professional electrician to install them.
-Don’t overload your home’s outlets. Make sure multiple heat-producing appliances are not plugged into a single outlet.
-Check your fire extinguisher(s). Make sure they are still pressurized properly in case of a fire.
-Test smoke/carbon dioxide detectors. Replace batteries as necessary.
-Pull your refrigerator away from the wall and vacuum the dust behind it. Dust buildup can increase the risk of hazards around the electrical components.
-Install surge protectors to keep appliances and electronics safe during storms and power outages.
-Have your circuit panel and meter box professionally inspected after a bad spring storm.
-Change burnt-out lightbulbs and consider upgrading to LED bulbs.

Outdoors
-Check outdoor lighting fixtures and bulbs for wear and tear.
-Install or update your home security system to protect your home when you’re away.
-Check outdoor GFCI outlets to make sure they are working properly.
-Consider adding landscape lighting for added safety and curb appeal.
-Before digging, check with the utility companies to mark power and water lines in your yard.
-Inspect power tools for frayed power cords, broken plugs, and weathered or damaged housings.
-Install a backup generator to protect your home and your family from summer power outages.
-Prune or consider removing trees close to power lines to prevent storm damage.
-Review power line safety if you see tree limbs near power lines on your property.
-If you’d like to watch the game outside, consider installing an outdoor TV or two.

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