Electrical Safety Tips To Follow in Your Brooklyn Home
Replace electric cords with frayed wires or worn spots
Never staple or nail electric cords or wires to walls or baseboards
Don't place electric cords under carpets or furniture
Don't overload or connect extension cords to other extension cords
Don't overload outlets or power strips
If an outlet or wall plate feels hot, shut off the circuit and have it inspected by a licensed electrician
Use safety covers on outlets
Unplug unused appliances
Inspect outlets for loose connections or corrosion- call an electrician
A tear-drop shaped darkening by an outlet or plate could be a sign of heat build up
Know where your breaker panel is located
Use surge protectors
Replace missing or broken plates
*Always have emergency and service numbers on hand
Have a fire extingusher on each floor
Review Your Homeowners Insurance
Take pictures of each room in your home - store offsite
Buying or selling A Home In Brooklyn
Call Michele Cadogan
917-861-9166
Fillmore Real Estate
Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker
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