Power Tools and Electrical Safety

Before you start work with power tools, check electric cords for wear. If you're outside or in a wet location, be sure tools and extension cords are suitable for outdoor use and circuits are equipped with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) which prevent serious shock.

Electrical Service Panels

Everywhere you look, electricity is connected to something. It may be the service line feeding your home or business, outlets feeding devices, or switches that control the lighting. The electrical service panel (or breaker box as it often called) is the most vital part of your electrical system. 

The electrical service panel is used to connect to the power lines from the utility company and also delivers electrical current to all of the circuits. The electrical service panel is also your primary line of defense against electrical problems in your home or business. Circuit breakers turn the power to your home and business on and off to protect wiring from damage or fire when an electrical short or overcurrent occurs.

If your home or business needs a service panel upgrade or more power overall, use the services of a professional electrician like Rogoz Electric to upgrade the power, including a new electrical service panel. Call 623-363-5648 for Licensed, experienced electrician services!

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Preventing Home Electrical Fires

Most electrical fires in the home result from problems with fixed wiring, such as faulty electrical outlets and old wiring. Problems with cords and plugs, such as extension and appliance cords, also cause many home electrical fires.

Routinely checking your electrical appliances and wiring can help prevent home fires. Frayed and damaged wires can cause fires. Replace all worn, old or damaged appliance cords immediately. Use electrical extension cords wisely and don't overload them. 

Overloading is a common cause of electrical fires. This happens when you plug too many appliances into the same outlet, extension cord or power strip. Rogoz Electric recommends buying power strips equipped with internal overload protection, in which a strip is shut off if it becomes overloaded.

Keep electrical appliances away from wet floors and counters. Pay special care to electrical appliances in the kitchen and bathroom like irons, hair dryers or irons, and even lamps. Any electrical appliance can start a fire if it makes contact with flammable materials like blankets, towels and rugs. 

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Electrical Storm Safety

During an electrical storm, do not use appliances (i.e., hairdryers, toasters and radios) or telephones (except in an emergency); do not take a bath or shower; keep batteries on hand for flashlights and radios in case of a power outage; and use surge protectors on electronic devices, appliances, phones, fax machines and modems. Whole home surge protection is an effective way to protect your electronic devices and equipment. Call Rogoz Electric at 623-363-5648 to learn more! http://www.myazelectrician.com

Always Hire a Licensed Electrical Contractor

There are some very good reasons to use a licensed electrical contractor, even if you think you can save a few dollars by accepting an unlicensed electrical contractor's offer.

Using a licensed electrical contractor offers protection to the homeowner as they can be assured the contractor knows their trade, and has been tested and certified for this.

A licensed electrical contractor has the equipment, training and experience to get the project done safely and correctly. Capability is one of the most important licensing requirements.

Using a licensed electrical contractor like Rogoz Electric for commercial and residential electrician services gives you the greatest probability of success for your electrical projects.

Electricity always seeks the shortest path to the ground

Electricity always seeks the shortest path to the ground. It tries to find a conductor, or something that it can pass through to get to the ground, like metal, wet wood or water.

Your body is about 70% water, so that makes you a good conductor, too. For example, if you touch an energized bare wire or faulty appliance while your feet are touching the ground, electricity will automatically pass through you to the ground, causing a harmful, or even fatal shock.

It doesn't take much to get hurt or killed from even a small amount of electricity. So the best thing you can do is be aware of the dangers of electricity, learn how to avoid them and always use a licensed electrical contractor like Rogoz Electric!

Electrical Fire Safety

Most electrical fires result from problems with fixed wiring, such as faulty electrical outlets and old wiring. Problems with cords and plugs, such as extension and appliance cords, also cause many home electrical fires. 

Routinely check your electrical appliances and wiring. Frayed wires can cause fires. Replace all worn, old or damaged appliance cords immediately. Use electrical extension cords wisely and don't overload them. Keep electrical appliances away from wet floors and counters.

Pay special care to electrical appliances in the bathroom and kitchen. And of course, always hire a licensed electrical contractor like Rogoz Electric.