It can be pretty easy to take a working electrical system for granted; flip a switch and a light comes on! However, in order to keep the electrical system in a home working smoothly, safely, and consistently, all it takes it a little preparation, attention, and consideration. Not sure where to start? Take these handy tips from the professional, skilled experts at AA Electric, Ltd. who have been performing electrical services, home electrical repair and electrical contracting services in Honolulu since 1947:

• Always replace and repair damaged or loose electrical cords and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for plugging in appliances.
• Whenever possible, avoid running extension cords across doorways or under carpets. Instead, have a qualified electrician add outlets or circuits to a room to avoid needing extension cords in the first place.
• Place lamps on level surfaces and away from flammable objects. Use bulbs that are the recommended wattage for each individual lamp.
• Avoid overloading outlets by using only one high-wattage appliance in an outlet at a time.

If there are children in your home, add tamper-resistant receptacles. Also, any outlets or switches that feel warm or frequent problems with either circuits tripping or fuses blowing are tell-tale signs to call an electrician! Arc-fault circuit interrupters can be installed in the home to protect electrical outlets; ground fault circuit interrupts can be used for the kitchen, bathroom, laundry, basement and outdoor areas of the home. In Honolulu, the experienced, courteous staff at AA Electric, Ltd. can be reached at (808) 841-4131.