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Living without Electricity

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I was leaving my home on Saturday and as I pulled out of the driveway  noticed a light on in the basement. I figured I better go back in or I would forget. So I went to the landing and the switch was soft. It didn't react to my touch. I got a screwdriver and took the plate off and then loosened the screws to the actual outlet. Nothing. I got a rag and removed the bulb. When I got home I left a message for the electrician.

Later I decided to put things back as they were and then there were sparks. I called the electrician again but I know I won't hear until today (G-d willing). I lost the kitchen and dining lights. 

Needless to say I appreciate my electricity and won't ever touch anything again.

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Sheila Anderson

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Comments (46)

Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Sheila,

When the electricity is off, I am reminded every time, how much we rely on it. I t is  so important.  A

Nov 26, 2018 09:49 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Thanks Brian. All better now.      Sheila

Nov 26, 2018 10:03 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

I hear you Myrl. Me too from now on. TY   Sheila

Nov 26, 2018 10:04 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Smart move Will. I'm done too. TY    Sheila

Nov 26, 2018 10:04 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi Carol. I am back and whole again. TY     Sheila

Nov 26, 2018 10:05 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

So true Alexandra. TY    Sheila

Nov 26, 2018 10:05 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Sheila- by now I hope that your power is back on!!!!!  And, as you've already been "scolded" I know that next time you'll call an electrician. 

Nov 26, 2018 11:33 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi Kathy. I did call the electrician first and yes I am back on now. TY    Sheila

Nov 26, 2018 11:36 AM
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

Recently my childhood home burned because of electrical problems.  So I am glad you called an electrician and that things are in order now.  I will replace fixtures with the breaker turned off, but I don't go beyond that and sparks would scare the crap out of me.

Nov 26, 2018 12:49 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi again Tammy. It scared me too which is why I was glad when the electrician came & replaced it. So sorry about your old home. TY    Sheila

Nov 26, 2018 02:11 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

I also learned my lesson long ago, I won't mess with electricity again. Having an older home poses risks. It's great that you had it checked out when you bought but there are also other mechanicals in the house that may need attention. I hope your electrician gives you the green light that you are safe. 

Nov 26, 2018 04:10 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Sheila, I try to do the small stuff around here, but electricity is NOT one of them.   Too easy to get shocked.    

Nov 26, 2018 04:15 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hello Patricia. My home is the oldest in my very old town and I think all the mechanicals have now been replaced. TY    Sheila

Nov 26, 2018 06:17 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi Joan. No qustion about it. TY      Sheila

Nov 26, 2018 06:19 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning again Sheila.

I know my limitations and electricity is defiantly one of them.  I leave that to the experts.  Hopefully, it is nothing that difficult

Nov 27, 2018 02:02 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi James. My guy was in and out in about fidteen minutes. TY     Sheila

Nov 27, 2018 03:51 AM
Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

I had a home inspector who told me when working with electricity to always keep one hand in your pocket - if you don't know what you are doing when working with electricity - keep both hands in your pockets! 

Nov 27, 2018 05:23 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hello again Lise. That is a great tip too. TY     Sheila

Nov 27, 2018 05:44 AM
Ricardo Mello
Manhattan Miami Real Estate - Manhattan, NY
Manhattan & Miami Real Estate Agent

I'm definitely not capable of hadling these tasks 

Dec 02, 2018 05:01 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Thanks Ricardo, me either.      Sheila

Dec 02, 2018 05:34 AM