Electrical work is inherently risky, and while it may seem like some small projects would be easy to tackle using the DIY method, doing it on your own is simply not worth the hazards. Electrical contractors have the tools, training, and experience needed to perform electrical projects safely and efficiently. As a leading team of local electricians serving North Carolina residents, M.R. Stoner Electric always puts safety first.

Here are just some of the possible dangers homeowners face when trying to perform electrical repairs and installations on their own:

• Fire: Licensed electricians understand the importance of following the code. Not only does it keep workers safe on the job, but it also ensures safer results. Consider data from the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI): roughly 360,900 home fires are reported each year, and the leading cause is electrical malfunction. Professionals keep your home safer by avoiding serious hazards like exposed wiring.
• Property Damage: Faulty electrical work can damage your appliances and electronics. If your wiring isn’t set up properly, you could wind up zapping some of your most costly investments, including flat-screen TVs, computers, refrigerators, washers, and dryers.  
• Injury: Lastly, though most importantly, it’s critical to enlist the help of professional electrical contractors to avoid putting yourself in harm’s way. From mild shocks and burns to fatality, electrical injuries are a serious risk for anyone who doesn’t have ample experience, licensure, and proper tools. The ESFI states there are almost 400 electrocutions in the U.S. each year. No DIY job is worth risking your life for.

To keep your home and family safe, call the professionals at M.R. Stoner Electric next time you need electrical work completed. Their team of experienced electrical contractors has been serving North Carolina homeowners and business since 1992, and they also offer 24-hour emergency services to keep your electricity functioning properly. To schedule services, call (919) 774-8877. You can also learn more about their 100% satisfaction guarantee by visiting their website, or like them on Facebook for their latest updates.