Simple But Important Ways To Protect A Household
Protecting a home against electrical issues doesn’t require a security company subscription and smart doorbells. Investment is much less involved in both money and time. They say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, which certainly holds when preventing electrical fires and other electrical accidents. This article will discuss several easy ways a family can prepare their home and save themselves from electrically triggered disasters.
Tip #1: Install Smoke Detectors
Every year, nearly 2000 people die due to house fires. Installing a smoke detector can save lives. Even installing one in the kitchen or bedroom is a start. For the best possible coverage of the home, smoke detectors should be placed in the following areas:
- On every floor of the home (including the basement)
- Hallways outside sleeping areas
- In bedrooms to alert sleepers
Though these cannot prevent a fire, they can detect even a fairly small amount of smoke. People will be alerted in the case of an electrical fire, one of the most common forms of house fire. Usually, the deaths during a fire are due to poisonous gas and smoke, so the next step in safety preparation concerns a carbon monoxide detector.
Tip #2: Invest in a Carbon Monoxide Detector
Carbon monoxide(CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that causes flu-like symptoms. With minimal exposure, more extensive exposure can lead to death. Most victims who lose their lives to carbon monoxide succumb while they are sleeping due to some sort of leak.
Because CO cannot be easily detected by human senses(unless they are experiencing symptoms), it is highly recommended that homeowners purchase and install a CO detector. An alarm will sound if there is an unusual buildup of carbon monoxide in the home. Here are a few facts about CO and CO detectors in the home:
- Placement: Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors must be placed on every house level for the best detection chance.
- Normal CO: Carbon monoxide is present in the air, but only in very small amounts. It is usually measured at .5 to 15 ppm(parts per million), even in homes with gas stoves. Levels above 30 ppm start causing problems.
- Symptoms of CO Poisoning: Carbon monoxide exposure produces headaches, nausea, disorientation, lethargy, and confusion. If someone is experiencing these symptoms and they go away when they leave the house, they should get the levels checked in their home.
Tip #3: Take Time for an Electrical Inspection
An electrical safety inspection done by a reputable and qualified electrical technician can save lives, prevent property damage, and eliminate the simple inconvenience of the breaker box constantly throwing breakers. A safety inspection can prevent problems before they start and alert the homeowner to needs they might otherwise be unable to see. Electricians and electrical technicians have the tools to keep a household safe from electrical issues.
About The Meridian Company
The Meridian Company serves Lansing, MI, and the surrounding areas. Its flexible 24-hour staff is available for all home emergencies. Call today for smoke detector services in Lansing, MI.
