Don't Let Winter Weather Take a Toll on You | Part 2

1/31/2017 (Permalink)

The Electrical Problem

Problem

Electrical failures are factors in 14 percent of home fires. During a typical year, home electrical problems account for 67,800 fires. Home electrical wiring causes twice as many fires as heating equipment.

Cost of Damage

Electrical failures are responsible for an estimated $868 million per year in property losses.

Prevention

Faulty wiring and faulty outlets cause most fires. Have your wiring inspected by a licensed electrician to fix these problems before they cause a home or business fire.  Not overloading your outlets is a step you can take to help prevent electrical failures.  The over-use of electrical splitters and power strips are a common cause of electrical failures which can result in a overload of a circuit or possibly a electrical fire.

More Information

The U.S. Fire Administration at www.usfa.dhs.gov.