by Bob on August 30, 2010
The one thing I advise homeowners to think about investing in is security lighting. As electrician in Reno, I am a big supporter of security and motion detector lights. Homeowners should invest in security lighting because it is a scary time out there right now. In this economy, people are going through garbage cans looking for aluminum products, copper and other things they can use for money. It is important to discourage people from doing this, considering that garbage is still your property. No one has the right to go through your garbage.
Another reason why homeowners should consider adding security lighting is to discourage break-ins on their property. Unwanted intruders generally do not break into houses that have some light around them. Having lights timed to come on at night gives that lived in look and the idea that there is someone home. You are making yourself less vulnerable by having the right kind of outdoor security lighting at night.
An electrician in Reno can give you advice on the best type of security lights, including motion detector lights. Each home is different. Placing lights in the right places to maximize security is critical. Lights need to be mounted very high or protected to keep them from being vandalized. Many people make the mistake of having bright, unshielded floodlights as their security lighting. They do not realize that this type of light can actually prevent people from noticing any intruders. An electrician in Reno can show you how to adjust these lights to prevent that type of light pollution.
As an electrician in Reno, I want people to take advantage of the technology that is out there to protect their homes and property. The simple steps can really add up and prevent any unwanted visitors and intruders to your home.
Bob
by Bob on August 23, 2010
Many people have their homes inspected by a Nevada electrical contractor before they buy it. After the initial inspection, many homeowners seem to forget about maintaining their electrical system. However, some different areas of your home need to be checked periodically, including your smoke detectors.
A smoke detector needs to be replaced every ten years. It is one of the few appliances in your home that is constantly in use. Like any other well-used appliance, a smoke detector needs to be replaced for safety reasons. If you do not know how old your smoke detectors are or if they are more than ten years old, then you need to replace them immediately. Detectors in some homes are battery operated, while other homes have detectors hard-wired directly into the electrical system. If your smoke detectors are wired directly into your electrical system, then you need to call a Nevada electrical contractor. A Nevada electrical contractor will help you replace the hard-wired detectors and make sure they are properly installed in your home.
After you have replaced your smoke detectors, make a note of the date you replaced them for yourself and the next possible homeowner. It is important to test each smoke detector every month to make sure it is working properly. It is important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions on how to test the detectors. If a 9-volt battery powers your smoke detector, then make sure to replace the battery at least once a year. Call a Nevada electrical contractor if you are having problems with a hard-wired smoke detector because you do not want to damage any electrical wiring.
Smoke detectors are something more people should pay more attention to on a consistent basis. Replacing and maintaining them is such a simple but important step to keeping your electrical system in safe and working order.
Bob
