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Residential Electrical Tips provided by Boundary Electric (1985) Ltd.
The tips listed are not all inclusive, if you have any questions about your specific electrical concerns the staff at Boundary Electric are available to answer them.
Electrical Safety Tips | Electricity Saving Tips | Electrical Motor Problems
Electrical Safety Tips:
• Did you know that it's time to call and electrician, when you turn on your air conditioner or dishwasher and the lights dim in the room? Overloading circuits can not only dim the lights but can lead to electrical fires.
• Did you know that if you get a shock from your appliances or sink that you might need a visit from a professional service electrician?
• Burning smells from any electrical connection could mean big problems.
• Inspect electrical cords and plugs regularly, discard them it they are worn or frayed.
• Never pull the cord to remove the plug from a socket; this can wear the cord and increase the risk of a short circuit and a fire; can also creates a shock hazard
• Eliminate octopus connections; plugging multiple cords into a single socket can overload the circuit
• Never break off the third prong on a plug - always replace two pronged sockets with three pronged sockets
• Never use extension cords as permanent wiring
Source: City of Vancouver website www.city.vancouver.bc.ca.
Boundary Electric has a full time professional service department. For all your residential and commercial needs call our service department at 442-5561.
• Did you know that T8 lighting systems can use up to 60% less energy than the conventional T12 fluorescent systems?
• Did you know that company fluorescent lights (CFL) are 75% more efficient then your standard incandescent light bulbs
• Did you know that low flow showerheads could use up to 25% less water than normal showerheads. Saving you on costs of heating that water.
At Boundary Electric we provide a full range of energy efficient products. We also carry a large supply of new surplus electrical. Panels, breakers, conduit, wire and fluorescent light fixtures.
Call our retail sales to inquire about pricing. 442-5561
• Did you know by not consistently balancing your chemicals in your hot tub or spa you can decrease the life span of your electric motor? Seals and O-rings can get worn out causing your motor to need a complete overhaul.
• Appliances that contain motors (dryers and washing machines) should be serviced once a year to prevent any electrical problems and keep the motors running in tiptop shape.
• Excessive noise on electrical motor could mean that the bearings are worn out and need replacing.
• Excessive vibration could mean a bent shaft or loose mounting.
• If the motor is overheating. Check for adequate ventilation. Be sure motor vent holes (or fan blades) are free of obstruction.
At Boundary Electric we are you one stop electrical motor repair shop. We repair everything from hot tub motors to large industrial motors. Call our motor shop for more information 442-5561.
