Heating Season Rules
- Never run a space heater on an extension cord or power strip.
- One heater per circuit — a 1500W heater uses most of a 15 amp circuit.
- Inspect heat tape every fall; replace anything cracked or taped.
- Block heater cords should be outdoor-rated and plugged into a GFCI outlet.
- Install interconnected smoke and CO detectors and test monthly.
- Have a whole-house surge protector — utility switching during storms spikes voltage.
Outlets and Cords
- Replace any outlet that is warm, discolored or loose — see sparking outlet repair.
- Upgrade two-prong outlets to grounded or GFCI-protected ones.
- Add more outlets instead of daisy-chaining power strips.
When to Call an Electrician
Flickering lights, buzzing panels, burning smells and breakers that trip repeatedly are never DIY. Kimon Electric answers 24/7 at (888) 592-6466.
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