Kauffman Electric

Flickering lights or hot fuses could be signs of an electrical issue in your home. Call an electrician before what seems like a small issue turns into something more serious, such as an electrical fire in your home.

Did you know that faulty electrical wiring can damage your appliances and cause house fires? Whether you need to rewire your home or just want to make sure your existing wiring works correctly, your best bet is to hire an electric contractor.

Electrical work can be quite complicated, from installing a solar water heater to rewiring an entire home. An electrician not only has the training to do the job but the experience to have handled similar tasks.

If you have an older home, it's a good idea to get your home inspected by a licensed electrician or electrical inspector. They will be able to pinpoint any potential hazards and remedy them before any problems occur.

If you think your home may have a wiring issue, you should consider contacting an electrician. He or she can identify the problem and make sure all the electrical components in your home work properly.

If you want to dramatize a feature in a room, or you're looking for strong lighting, choose a light fixture with more than one bulb. This is extremely important in the bathroom, but you can use dramatic lighting to highlight a special work or art or piece of furniture.

If you use electrical appliances in the bathroom, keep them away from water. You should always have dry hands when you plug them in and unplug them, too. Be sure to keep appliances away from children when they're in the bathroom.

Did you know that something as simple as strategically placed trees and shrubs can help boost your home's energy efficiency? These plants can shade your house in the summer and provide a windbreak against leaks in the cold months.

Some of the biggest energy hogs are computers, games, televisions, and radios, so turn them off when you're not using them. Unplug major appliances if you're not going to use them, too, and even unplugging everyday appliances, like coffee makers, makes sense when you're not home.

For safety outside at night, think about installing a low-voltage light system to light garden paths, walkways, and driveways. These systems don't use very much energy, but they can make your yard safer and your home more attractive, too.

Did you know that electrical fires kill nearly 500 people every year, according to statistics from the U.S. Fire Administration? The scariest part of faulty electrical wiring is that the problem may not immediately be apparent.

Many people don't realize that all those appliances plugged into an outlet still continue to lose energy, even when they're turned off. To save electricity consider investing in an energy-saving power strip or simply unplug devices when not in use.

Did you know that installing light bulbs with a higher wattage than is recommended can result in overheating? This can cause a fire hazard, especially if there is a lampshade over the light bulb.