Homeowners know that owning a home provides a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. Home ownership also can increase the chances individuals view their homes as a sanctuary where they can relax ...

Electrical failures rarely arrive without warning. Long before a breaker trips or a fire starts, your outlets and circuits begin sending subtle signals that the system is under strain. If you learn to ...

Welcome to Ask A Trainer from F.H. Furr. Phil in Ashburn recently asked why the lights in one of his rooms have started to flicker. No, it's not a ghost. It's much more likely there's a loose ...

We've all been there: a shiny new gadget catches your eye, and the price tag is so tempting that it practically winks at you. But as the saying goes, “you get what you pay for,” and sometimes that ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – The State Fire Marshal’s office announced that May is Electrical Safety Month and urges everyone to follow measures to protect their property and personal safety.

Experts agree that while homeowners should be cautious all year, there are specific measures they should take to be extra careful during the colder months.

Electrical hazards can strike without warning—whether from damaged wiring, overloaded circuits, wet environments, or improper procedures. Understanding these risks and taking preventive steps is ...

According to the U.S. Fire Administration, there were 23,700 residential building fires caused by electrical malfunctions in 2023. These fires caused hundreds of deaths and injuries, along with over ...

Transmission tower tags ensure utilities' operations meet safety standards. When a widespread power outage occurs and high-voltage transmission lines require immediate repairs, the electric utility ...

When should homeowners consider an electrical panel upgrade to keep up with modern living? That question is answered in ...

In 2023, the NFPA promoted the NFPA 70B publication from a status of “recommended practices” to a Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance. Since then, we’ve seen many articles and posts ...