With the holiday season approaching, some people get really excited to celebrate the time of year. For some people, this includes decorations and lighting appropriate for the specific holidays they celebrate, for religious reasons or otherwise. Once the lighting has been set up and is functioning properly, it can be a beautiful display. Setting the lighting up will be fun, but in some cases can pose challenges and require creative solutions.

The Fun of Setting up Lights for the Holidays

Holiday lighting can be a personal project, a time for the whole family to come together as a team, or even a community effort for the whole neighborhood. Think of it as a creative craft project, but rather than something you work on at a kitchen table or work bench, it's the size of the entire house. Some decorations are bought, others are built, and they all have to go up to form a visually appealing end result based on the imagination of whoever is in charge. Beyond the cosmetic appearance, there is a practical nature to the project of getting everything plugged in while keeping the wires discreet and without overpower any circuit line of electric power in your home.

The Draw of Lighting on Circuit Breakers

Kitchens play such an important role in your home. They are essentially the hub of your home’s operation. Because of this, you want it to be somewhere you love to be. You may already have the kitchen of your dreams or you may still be saving up for that big remodel. While you are waiting to get those granite countertops and new appliances, you can help pass the time with some modern lighting upgrades that are very affordable. And, they can actually help you save a little money on your electric bill, which you can put towards the big remodel.

If you are interested in learning more about how you can spruce up your kitchen, contact your electrician. Burbank residents can rely on The Electric Connection to provide superior service that will exceed their expectations. A new light in your kitchen, especially if it is extremely outdated, can be more energy efficient. Electrical jobs should always be left to a professional due to the hazards of working with electricity.

Track lighting is a popular option and one track can be used to provide plenty of light for the whole kitchen. The lights can be directed at various areas on countertops, over the kitchen sink or over a center island. Recessed lighting is another option and is extremely handy for kitchens with hanging pot racks. If you are planning on one of these fixtures, talk about installing recessed lighting with your electrician. Burbank homeowners have a ton of possibilities. Take a trip to the hardware store and check out all of the beautiful light fixtures and find the ones that appeal to you. Look for the Energy Star sticker for fixtures that are energy efficient.

Once you have made your decision, give The Electric Connection a call. We would be happy to schedule an appointment to give your kitchen a mini-makeover.

For those of you with little ones running around the house, you know how difficult it can be to try to keep an eye on them at all times. Sometimes they can put themselves in the most peculiar situations that you just can’t control. To keep them safe you need to implement security measures, this is especially true when it comes to electricity. Here are some steps you can take to child proof your home from electrical hazards.

This is one of the number one ways to keep your child safe in the home. Their little fingers can fit just about anywhere and electrical outlets always seem to be the most enticing place to put them! Electrical covers fit over top of the outlet so nothing can be put into them. Place electrical covers around your home in all the electrical outlets that are low to the ground and places where children can reach. There are number of different covers you can put on electrical outlets. Make sure you purchase electrical covers that are tamper-resistant so you don’t have to worry about your child removing the cover.

When giving your child a bath it can definitely get messy. When the splashing starts water begins to fly and if it hits an electronic this can be dangerous. As we know, water and electricity do not go well together. Even appliances and devices that are turned off or unplugged can still cause electrical shocks if water contact is made. When you are about to bathe your child, make sure you clear the bathroom of any electronics that are near by. This goes for the sink to. If you bathe your child in the sink you can sometimes forget about the hairdryer or shaver that was left near by. Make sure you clear the countertop before you start running the water.

All our homes are full of electronics which each require their own cord. Especially behind the television and entertainment area there can be many extensions cords and power bars. Make sure that you keep these out of your child’s reach. If they start to pull on the cords and get access to the outlets and cables there are a number of dangers. Put barriers around these areas or tie up the cables out of your child’s reach.

These are just a few ways that you can protect your child from electricity in the home. Spend some time today to review your home and the potential hazards. Electrical hazards can be a hidden danger, if you need help protecting your children, have an expert electrician review your home. We can help to identify dangers and protect against them.