Wiring and grounding in older homes
The wiring inside most older houses wasn’t designed to handle the electrical needs we have today.
Raw natural gas is colorless and odorless. As a safety precaution, utility companies add a harmless odorant to the natural gas to give it the distinctive rotten egg smell. Natural gas is lighter than air, so it will rise and disperse if allowed to vent freely.
Although rare, natural gas leaks can be dangerous and result in fire, explosions, injury or death. If you suspect a leak, call your utility provider immediately.
Anytime you suspect a natural gas leak, you should react like it’s an emergency.
The wiring inside most older houses wasn’t designed to handle the electrical needs we have today.
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Portable heaters and generators are convenient, but use them with extreme caution.
Walking through a wet or flooded basement can be dangerous. To be safe, you should always assume that basement flood water is energized.
Using universal design principals, your home can adapt to your changing lifestyle needs.
Make sure your electrical appliances, tools and outlets are safe, and be careful around electrical equipment outdoors.
Drying clothes takes a lot of energy. Keeping your dryer vent clean makes your appliance more energy efficient.
GFCI outlets should be used by all water sources to prevent electric shock. Find out why.
Taking a few minutes to check power tools before and after using will keep them in good working order and will keep you safe.