Christmas Time Safety Tips

By Dave Rongey Summary: How to have a safer home this Christmas Season. The following is a list of topics for your consideration. © By: Dave Rongey

How To Have A Safer Christmas

Smoke Detector and Smoke Alarm Safety Tips
Studies show that smoke alarms save more lives than any other fire prevention measure. Smoke alarms provide the earliest warning of both fire and smoke. To ensure that your smoke detectors are reliable it is advisable to replace smoke detectors every 10 years, in fact the National Fire Prevention Association recommends it.

Home Electrical Wiring and GFCI Requirements
This article explains the basics of electrical code requirements for GFI Protection as part of the home electrical wiring system.

LED Christmas Light Exchange Programs
People who want to make the switch to energy efficiency during the holidays can do so for free in participating areas during a light exchange event. These Christmas light exchange programs are designed to reduce energy consumption with the help of utility companies and energy conservation groups.

Ask the electrician - showing you how upgrading electrical safety devices will add that extra measure of prevention that can help avoid unnecessary trouble. By explaining electrical wiring projects and answering all your home electrical questions you will be fully equipped, weather you decide on a DIY project or hire it out to a professional, ask the electrician will help you understand what is involved so you can save money and complete the project safely and to code.