Electrical Safety

Who is responsible for trimming trees around power lines? homeowner Trimming trees and vegetation around the utility’s power line that connects a person’s home to the utility pole is generally viewed as being the responsibility of the homeowner. This power line is called the “”service drop.”” Read more on www.electrocuted.com Trees are a lovely addition … Read more

Should I fill hot tub before electric? Go ahead and fill, if too much time passes (however long that would be) you can always drain. You can hook up electrical first as well, but be sure not to power up the spa unless you have water in it. Running on empty could damage your heater … Read more

Can I use an extension cord for tanning bed? Unless you really know what you’re doing, I’d hold off on making an extension cord for your tanning bed. 220 (240) volts is nothing to mess with. The instructions that came with the tanning bed probably say not to use an extension cord and doing so … Read more

Does a tanning bed need a GFCI? Nona, as you have stated, the tanning bed requires a dedicated 220 volt circuit. Depending on the location, your tanning bed circuit may be required to have GFCI protection, which may be provided by installing a GFCI circuit breaker that is compatible with the electric panel. Read more … Read more

Do Pressure washers need to be bonded? Most states and many customers may require pressure washing contractors to provide a surety bond before you are you can begin working on a project. Your bond is a financial guarantee to your state’s licensing department and your customer that you will complete the job according to the … Read more