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Is Your Business Prepared for a Power Outage?
April 22, 2020
John Sims
Is Your Business Prepared for a Power Outage?
Every year, thousands of businesses experience power outages. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency,...
Improving the Safety of Utility Workers
April 1, 2020
John Sims
Improving the Safety of Utility Workers
Repairing damaged power lines can be a dangerous job. Although the repairs utility workers make...
Best Ways to Ensure Power Outage Safety
March 18, 2020
John Sims
Best Ways to Ensure Power Outage Safety
Power outages can be quite the inconvenience, especially when they strike at unexpected times. While...
7 Electrical Safety Tips for Downed or Low-Hanging Power Lines
January 29, 2020
John Sims
7 Electrical Safety Tips for Downed or Low-Hanging Power Lines
Power lines carry a substantial load of electric current—from generating plants to substations and eventually...
Power Outage Safety Tips for Homeowners
October 2, 2019
John Sims
Power Outage Safety Tips for Homeowners
As a homeowner, you should be well-acquainted with the need for preventive maintenance to keep...
Safety Tips to Remember When Using a Power Generator
July 10, 2019
John Sims
Safety Tips to Remember When Using a Power Generator
For those who live in more rural areas, you probably have your fair share of...
What to Do with Substation Fires
March 20, 2019
John Sims
What to Do with Substation Fires
Substation fires can be among the most intimidating destructive forces, and there are a number...
Your Emergency Plan for a Winter Power Outage
December 19, 2018
John Sims
Your Emergency Plan for a Winter Power Outage
There are many reasons why you might experience a power outage in the winter, from...
Dangers of Power Lines
November 28, 2018
John Sims
Dangers of Power Lines
While many power lines now sit below ground, those above still pose significant risks. Not...
3 Power Outage Recovery Tips to Safely Get Your Power Back
October 10, 2018
John Sims
3 Power Outage Recovery Tips to Safely Get Your Power Back
We've all had one of those days: you're at home, relaxing, when something with your...
Phone Apps to the Rescue During Power Outages!
September 12, 2018
John Sims
Phone Apps to the Rescue During Power Outages!
Smartphones are more powerful than ever, and they can be used in many situations, even...
Hazardous Signs Your Generator Needs Repair
August 1, 2018
John Sims
Hazardous Signs Your Generator Needs Repair
Homeowners install home generators for a variety of reasons. Often, they want protection for critical...
Blackouts Can Affect Your Water Supply Too
July 25, 2018
John Sims
Blackouts Can Affect Your Water Supply Too
When the Power Fails Blackouts are an unpredictable and unfortunate event in modern existence. Whether...
Be Careful of Fire During Power Outages
June 27, 2018
John Sims
Be Careful of Fire During Power Outages
When the power goes out, the risk of fire goes up unless you know for...
An Unexpected Source of Home and Roof Damage
June 20, 2018
John Sims
An Unexpected Source of Home and Roof Damage
With their bushy tails and cute, furry faces, you may not think of squirrels as...
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