Top 6 Spring Cleaning Electrical Safety Tips Spring is in the air, and you’re likely starting to do some spring cleaning around your house. While decluttering cabinets, cleaning out closets, and scrubbing counters and floors, don’t forget to also check on your electrical system. Here are the top 6 spring cleaning electrical safety tips to add to your list this season. 1. Test Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors […]

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6 Dangerous Electrical Myths You Should Stop Believing Now Electricity is dangerous, and you shouldn’t ever handle it on your own unless you have the proper training, knowledge and skills to do so safely. These electrical myths can be extremely harmful and even deadly, so we want to set the record straight here. Stop believing these 6 electrical myths right now. 1. Myth: For A Shock To Be Deadly, It Must Be High Voltage Low […]

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Spark Romance, Not Fires: How To Know When It’s Time To Call An Electrician Happy Valentine’s Day! Are sparks flying, Valentine? And no, we don’t mean between you and that special someone. If sparks are flying from your electrical system, it’s time to call an electrician. Here are all the ways to know when you should reach out to your favorite electricians at Spark Daddy. 1. Outlet Issues Do you hear your outlets making popping […]

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Top 7 New Year’s Resolutions For Your Home’s Electrical System It’s a brand new year, which means you have 365 new days to set new goals and develop new habits. When coming up with New Year’s resolutions this year, don’t forget about your electrical system! It’s important you stay safe and comfortable. Here are the top 7 New Year’s resolutions to set for your home’s electrical system. 1. Inspect All Electrical Outlets This new year, […]

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5 Reasons Why Every Home Should Have A Generator When a storm hits your area and knocks down power, it can be quite the inconvenience to say the least. You aren’t able to cook that meal you had planned, your refrigerated and frozen food might go bad, and your phone can’t charge! However, when you have a generator installed in your home, you never have to worry about being left in the dark again. Here […]

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Top 5 Electrical Safety Tips For Fall: Everything You Should Know Fall is here – and there’s no better time to pay attention to your electrical system. The last thing you want is to fall victim to dangerous electrical hazards. Here are the top 5 electrical safety tips for fall that every homeowner should know. 1. Repair or Replace Worn Out Tools or Parts Any electrical tools that you plan to use this time of […]

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I knew from a young age that I wanted to be an electrician. As a kid I used to love taking things apart and seeing how they worked before putting them back together. I was always really interested in learning how things work and in what order they operate. I remember when I was in grade school turning the antenna in the mobile home where we lived. For those that don’t remember that was way […]

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Baby Safety Month: Tips To Keeping Your Child Safe From Electrical Hazards   September is baby safety month. There comes a time when parents will lock cabinets, hide dangerous items out of reach, and childproof their home to the best of their ability. But one thing that often gets forgotten about is how you can keep your child safe from electrical hazards. In this blog, we cover a few tips to help you childproof your […]

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Surge Protector: What Is It And How Does It Work? You’ve heard about surge protectors but what is it? And how does it work? Is it worth it? We are here to answer all your most pressing questions regarding surge protectors so you can decide if it’s a good idea for your home! Power Strips vs. Surge Protectors First, let’s clear this one up! Surge protectors are often confused and mistaken for power strips because […]

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Electrical Safety Around Water: Top 5 Tips Summer is the season for outdoor activities and play – and lots of swimming! Whether you’re in a hot tub, pool, or lake, it’s important to always remember to practice electrical safety when around water. Here are the top 5 tips to be aware of before you throw on your bathing suit for the first time this season. 1. Never Swim During A Storm Do you see a […]

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