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Whatever Winter Brings, Be PreparedFrom snowy mountains to palm trees by the beach, winter can look like a lot of different things to different people. In every type of climate, problems can ...Tips and Tricks, Circuits and Wiring, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Is Your Oven Ready to Rumble?With the holidays around the corner, it’s important that your kitchen appliances are in their best working order. An over- or undercooked holiday meal could ...Tips and Tricks, Energy Efficiency, General Electrical, Did You Know?
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Important Fire Safety TipsOctober is Fire Prevention Month! On average , fires cause 3,000 deaths and 15,000 injuries in the U.S. each year, so this is the perfect time to brush up on ...Tips and Tricks, Code Compliance, Safety, Smoke Detectors, Did You Know?
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Brush Up on Electrical Safety PracticesAs homeowners, we strive to make our living quarters safe for ourselves and our families. This includes employing sound electrical safety practices around the ...Tips and Tricks, Circuits and Wiring, General Electrical, Safety, Surge Protection, Did You Know?
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Are Your Appliances Draining You?Do you wake up to find your appliances are barely alive? Do you find that your home devices just aren’t working like they used to? You may be living with a ...Tips and Tricks, Energy Efficiency, Did You Know?
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What You Can Do To Prepare For WildfiresFire can be devastating. It can cause destruction to our homes and is potentially life threatening. Regions where wildfires are prevalent are especially ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Smoke Detectors, Did You Know?
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Fall Tips: Things to keep in mind about your electricalDon't Let Fall Trip You Up! As we transition from summer to fall, it is always important to keep your electrical safety in mind. This means properly retiring ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Electrical Wires: Knowing Which is WhichWe all know that pivotal scene in the movie where the good guy is trying to decide which wire to snip. One wire defuses the bomb. The other, “Kerblam!” This ...Tips and Tricks, Circuits and Wiring, General Electrical, Did You Know?
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What You Need to Know About Surge ProtectionIn this day and age, it seems as though we’re hyper-connected, a world of convenience at our fingertips. Between our video games, TVs and computers, our washing ...Tips and Tricks, Main Electrical Panel, Safety, Surge Protection, Did You Know?
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Grilling Safety TipsGrilling Safety Tips Nothing beats the smell of hot dogs, hamburgers, and fresh veggies on the barbeque. Grilling is one of summer’s quintessential past times, ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Safety: A Q&A with Dan MockSmoke and carbon monoxide detectors…We have them in our home, on every floor, their softly blinking light assuring us that we’re safe and sound. That if there ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Smoke Detectors, Did You Know?
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Caring for your Electrical during Tornado SeasonIt’s Tornado Season…do you know what to do? Tornados and severe thunderstorms can have devasting effects on your electrical system. Following severe weather, ...Tips and Tricks, Electrical Repair, General Electrical, Generators, Safety, Did You Know?
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Taking Care of Your Electrical After a HurricaneThe storm has passed, but if your home has suffered damage the work is just beginning. As much as we can prepare for hurricane season, it’s impossible to ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety
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Mister Sparky's Pet Safety GuideThere are few things in life comparable to the joy a pet can bring. We’d do anything to keep them healthy and safe. Fresh food and water, daily walks, ...Tips and Tricks, Safety, Did You Know?
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Shock Factor: Protecting Yourself from Electrical ChargesKeep the fireworks up in the air – and out of your home. Day to day use of electrical appliances sometimes causes a jolt similar to static electricity. While ...Tips and Tricks, Electrical Repair, Circuits and Wiring, General Electrical, Main Electrical Panel, Safety, Did You Know?
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Live Wires: The Dangers of Downed Power LinesStorms and severe weather can leave quite an impression. Fallen trees, loose shingles, scattered patio furniture – are all reminders of the chaos left behind. ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Electrical Safety Practices and Swimming PoolsLounging around the pool, soaking in the sun, taking a dip when it gets really hot – that’s what summer is all about. Swimming pools are some of the best ways ...Tips and Tricks, Code Compliance, General Electrical, Safety
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Using TRRs to Child Proof Your HouseElectrical outlets are found in almost every room of the house and can present a real danger to children if not properly guarded. According to Electrical Safety ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Weathering the Storm: How to Prepare your Electric for a HurricaneThey’ll huff and they’ll puff – and they’ll blow your house down! We all know that hurricanes are not a wolf in sheep’s clothing. They are a wolf in wolf’s ...Tips and Tricks, Electrical Repair, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Electrical Safety and Caring for Your PetsElectrical safety extends across the board, from humans to our pets. We should always be aware of the dangers around the house and in the yard. Part of being a ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Tips for Power Tool SafetyWarm weather is right around the corner, so now’s the time to spruce up the yard and fix the damage from the winter months. But before you rev up those power ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Building36 and You: Smart Choices for a Smart HomeFrom The Jetsons to 2001: A Space Odyssey to Inspector Gadget and Tony Stark, human beings have always had a fascination with smart home technology. It has the ...Tips and Tricks, Energy Efficiency, General Electrical, Lighting, Main Electrical Panel, Safety, Surge Protection, Did You Know?
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May is National Electrical Safety MonthNational Electrical Safety Month –May is National Electrical Safety Month! It’s the time of year that we raise awareness on how to avoid potential electrical ...Tips and Tricks, Code Compliance, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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6 Ways for Better Earth - and a Lighter WalletTo celebrate Arbor Day, Mister Sparky is pleased to present these 6 tips for reducing energy AND saving money.Tips and Tricks, Energy Efficiency, Did You Know?
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Updates to the National Electrical Code®When it comes to following building codes, there is only way you can go. They are in place for a reason – to guarantee that you and your property are protected ...Tips and Tricks, Code Compliance, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Critters getting into your wires?This spring, we hope the Easter Bunny brings you chocolate and not chewed wires! Everyone (who has a heart) loves bunnies. But they can be sneaky and damaging ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Avast! Beware of Water Damage to Your Electrical System!April showers bring May flowers…but also electrical damage caused by water leakage and winter’s ice dams. Floods and hurricanes can also take their toll. Take ...Tips and Tricks, Electrical Repair, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Don't Forget To Spring Clean Your Electric!Spring is right around the corner. Time to take a broom to the dirt and the dated – and, while you’re at it, don’t forget to make a clean sweep of your ...Tips and Tricks, Circuits and Wiring, General Electrical, Did You Know?
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Mister Sparky Spring Cleaning GuideIn honor of the first day of spring, Mister Sparky is pleased to present the Authority Brands Spring Cleaning Guide. We recognize now, more than ever, "cleaning ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Are Your Breakers Protecting You?Do you know where your breaker is? Many of us don’t even think about it unless we’re fumbling around trying to find it when the lights go out. Breakers, or ...Tips and Tricks, Electrical Repair, Circuits and Wiring, Surge Protection, Did You Know?
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What to do about Flood and Water DamageWater, water, everywhere…please don’t touch a thing! Although there is no official “flood season” in the U.S., most flooding occurs in the early spring and ...Tips and Tricks, Electrical Repair, Circuits and Wiring, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Tangled Cords Can Bring you DownBeware of Crafty Cords! For electrical cords, tangled and trampled is no way to go. As consumers, we take for granted that most cables and cords are safe. And ...Tips and Tricks, Circuits and Wiring, General Electrical, Safety, Did You Know?
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Mister Sparky's Electrical Safety Guide: Top Ten Tips for Hot and Cold WeatherFind yourself in the dark? Check out these important electrical Safety Tips from Mister Sparky!Tips and Tricks, Electrical Repair, Circuits and Wiring, General Electrical, Safety, Smoke Detectors, Surge Protection, Did You Know?
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Sparks are a-FlyingFlowers and candy…the staples of romance. This year, why not “light” up your love life? Forget the grocery store florist, try something different – and more ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Did You Know?
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Keeping Your Home Safe During a BlackoutWhat do you do when the whole world switches off? The Northeast Blackout of 65’ lasted almost 13 hours and affected Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Generators, Safety, Did You Know?
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The Best Time to Upgrade Your Electrical AppliancesNo doubt, you received some great gifts during the holiday season – you may have also received some gift items that you already have? Another toaster? A new ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety, Smoke Detectors, Did You Know?
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Space Heaters: Staying Warm While Protecting Your HomeWhether 10-below temperatures have you fighting off the flu or the office AC has got you shivering in your ergonomic chair, electric space heaters are an easy ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Did You Know?
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In Tangles? Best Ways to Store Holiday LightsHoliday lights got you in tangles? It seems that every year, no matter how much care we take to pack them away, our holiday lights always manage to end up in ...Tips and Tricks
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Finding & Fixing a Low Electrical Humming NoiseDealing with a Low Electrical Humming Noise Buzzing Around the House? If you’ve ever experienced an electrical humming noise somewhere in your home, you know ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Lighting, Main Electrical Panel, Safety
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Save Time and Money On Next Year’s Holiday Light DisplayMister Sparky hopes you had a fun and safe time decorating for the holidays this year! As electricians, we have a soft spot for strands of twinkling lights, as ...Tips and Tricks, Lighting, Safety
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Achieving Clutter-Free Kitchen CountersIn many homes, the kitchen is the center of activity. Everybody’s got to eat, and kitchens have all that available table and counter space for meal prep, work ...Tips and Tricks
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Clean Your Electronics Regularly and CarefullyElectronic devices like your television, computers and smartphones are probably among the most expensive and heavily-used items in your home. So to maximize the ...Tips and Tricks
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Build a Clever Wall Safe With Electrical Outlet HardwareIf you have valuables in your home, you may have considered investing in a safe. But while a safe can keep precious possessions locked uptight, it can also draw ...Tips and Tricks
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Buy a Flashlight -- and Choose WiselyIf your home’s electrical system is well maintained, you can have confidence that the lights will come on when you flip the switch. That is, unless there’s a ...Tips and Tricks, Lighting
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Troubleshooting Motion Detector LightingOne of the most affordable and effective components of any home security system is motion detecting outdoor lighting. Installed by a professional electrician, ...Tips and Tricks
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Putting Hot Food in the Fridge Is Safe, But CostlyIf you’re a hawk about refrigerator energy efficiency, you probably already do things like keep your fridge and freezer mostly full, clean the coils regularly ...Tips and Tricks
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Pull the Plug on Energy VampiresYou’ve probably heard that it’s important to unplug your cell phone charger when your phone isn’t connected, because the charger will continue to drain power. ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical
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Make Your Dryer More Energy Efficient With a Few Simple TricksDid you know that your clothes dryer is one of the biggest energy hogs in the typical home? According to the Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical
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Prioritize Safety Over Savings With Refrigerator TemperatureSavvy homeowners look for ways to reduce their energy use in every area of their homes. And when it comes to home appliances, few use as much energy as your ...Tips and Tricks
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Tips for Electrical Safety in the BathroomWater and electricity make a dangerous combination. That's especially true in your bathroom, where you use water from the sink and shower to clean yourself, but ...Tips and Tricks, Circuits and Wiring, Code Compliance, General Electrical, Lighting
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How to Run Wires Around a DoorwayElectrical work can be complicated, but there are some simple tasks that you can complete yourself without having to bring in an electrician. One example is ...Tips and Tricks, Safety
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How to Splice Extensions on Your Electric WiresIt's a problem that many a DIY electrician has run into a time or two: You want to move an outlet or add a new light to a room, but the wires on your current ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety
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How to Protect Your Home from LightningThere's nothing more important than protecting your home and its contents – including, of course, your family. That's why it's crucial to take steps to guard ...Tips and Tricks, Surge Protection
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How to Read Your Electric MeterHave you ever received a nasty shock when your electric bill arrived? Maybe the amount you owed skyrocketed when you turned on the air conditioning for the ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical
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Learn the Benefits of Ground Fault Circuit InterruptersOne of the biggest hazards of your home electrical system is the possibility of an electric shock. Whether there is an accident during an electrician’s work or ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Main Electrical Panel, Safety
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Use Your Home Electrical Wiring for Internet ConnectivityTired of a spotty wireless network impeding your home Internet use? Walls, ceilings and distance all conspire to degrade the strength of wireless signals, which ...Tips and Tricks, Circuits and Wiring
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How to Prevent Electrical FiresNothing is more important than your family's safety. That's why you need to make every effort to identify and eliminate fire risks in and around your home, ...Tips and Tricks, General Electrical, Safety
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Capture Energy Savings with Your RoofRoof replacement is rarely a happy job. It's messy, time-consuming and expensive. If it's time for you to install a new roof, however, you can make the best of ...Tips and Tricks
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Save Energy with Your Video Game ConsolesDid you know that your video game habit is an energy hog? The costs aren’t limited to the price of your console and games – the Xbox One and other gaming ...Tips and Tricks
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Energy-Efficient Cable Boxes Can Cut Your Power UsageLooking for a creative way to save energy? Don't forget about your cable box. The television might not be the first device most people think of when it comes to ...Tips and Tricks
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Get the Most from a Home InspectionWhen you're in the market for a new house, every little detail counts. If you overlook an important flaw, you could be in for major repair or overhaul bills in ...Tips and Tricks, Circuits and Wiring, Code Compliance, Energy Efficiency, General Electrical, Lighting, Main Electrical Panel, Safety, Sub Panel, Surge Protection
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Teach Your Kids to Save EnergyYou've done everything you can to conserve energy in your house -- purchased the latest Energy Star appliances, insulated your walls, and turned your thermostat ...Tips and Tricks, Lighting
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