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What is an Arc Flash Hazard Analysis
Written by Stephen Marcellino, JR on April 21, 2020
Arc flash hazard analysis is the process of studying a facility’s electrical equipment to determine the incident energy levels at any given part of the electrical system. Performed by an electrical professional, this assessment helps determine whether employees who come into contact with certain parts of an electrical system will be safe during an arc […]
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What to Do When the Power Goes Out
Written by Ron Troyer on April 16, 2020
Electrical energy, that invisible, reliable source of comfort we commonly take for granted until we suddenly find ourselves without it. Recent windstorms left many throughout the Northeast alone and in the dark to contemplate this paradox. Circumstances beg the question, what should you do when the power goes out? If it is evening, you simply […]
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What to Put in an Emergency Preparedness Kit
Written by Ron Troyer on April 3, 2020
As we all acquiesce to do our part and hunker down for these next few weeks, projects come to mind and none so important as checking our emergency preparedness kit. Building a kit is easy and, in most cases, the essentials are already in your home. Here is a list of basic items every person […]
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Fall Prevention in the Home
Written by Ron Troyer on March 18, 2020
One does not have to be 30 stories up in a high-rise building under construction to be faced with the hazard of falling, it exists everywhere and never was it more prevalent than in the home. Falls are statistically the #1 cause of accidents in homes often leading to sprains, strains, emergency room visits, and […]
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Spring Forward with Smoke Alarm Safety
Written by Ron Troyer on March 5, 2020
No one can forget that one hour of precious sleep being lost on Sunday, March 8, 2020 for daylight savings time. Well… did you forget it is also time to check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors? Lippolis Electric, Inc wishes to take this opportunity to remind residents and customers of a few basic safety […]
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What is Electrification?
Written by Mark Johnson on January 31, 2020
Paul Lippolis, SVP of the Green Energy Services Department at Lippolis Electric, Inc. partnered with Murphy Brothers to sponsor an educational seminar on “E for Electrification” at Westchester Magazine HQ. Paul spoke about LED Lighting Incentive Programs for 2020 while several other speakers demystified the meaning of “electrifying” in today’s building lingo. Below is a […]
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What You Need to Know About New York’s New Smoke Detector Law
Written by Mark Johnson on July 23, 2019
You don’t want to miss this. What you need to know about New York’s new smoke detector law. An estimated three out of every five home fire deaths occur in houses without working smoking detectors — the majority of which either have missing or dead batteries, according to the National Fire Protection Association. The law […]
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Common Electrical Problems & Electrical Troubleshooting
Written by Mark Johnson on March 29, 2018
Some of the most common electrical problems at home can be remedied with minor adjustments. However, home electrical troubleshooting can often be dangerous. If an issue is due to one of the common electrical code violations, you will need to have the problem fixed by an electrician. Common household electrical problems are discussed in the […]
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How to Solve Common Household Electrical Problems
Written by Bobby on August 23, 2017
Nobody likes to deal with electrical problems in their home. They’re a nuisance and they can be dangerous. Home electrical problems accounted for about 51,000 fires and more than 500 deaths annually in the U.S. according to the Electrical Safety Foundation International. But why all these fires? Why so much damage? It could be because […]
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Things to Consider When Installing a TV Outdoors
Written by Bobby on July 14, 2017
Watching TV outdoors can be a relaxing way to spend a warm summer evening. An outdoor TV can also serve as a source of entertainment or information in venues such as restaurants, sports stadiums and amusement parks. In this post, we’ll provide some helpful tips for installing outdoor electronics, covering key areas such as power […]
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How to Upgrade or Remove Your Outdated Home Intercom System
Written by Bobby on June 1, 2017
Does your home security system include an intercom system? While an intercom does add an extra layer of protection for you and your family, the technology has come a long way in a short period of time. If you still have an old intercom system in the house, it’s probably not meeting your current security […]
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How to Remain Safe in an Electrical Storm
Written by Bobby on May 15, 2017
You likely know most of the dangers of lightning. Although being struck by lightning is a relatively rare phenomenon, lightning does kill an average of 51 people in the U.S. each year. And many individuals who survive a strike will experience long-term, debilitating symptoms. In this post, we’ll provide a few helpful lightning safety tips […]
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One does not have to be 30 stories up in a high-rise building under construction to be
faced with the hazard of falling, it exists everywhere and never was it more prevalent
than in the home. Falls are statistically the #1 cause of accidents in homes often
leading to sprains, strains, emergency room visits, and injuries requiring time to heal.
Here are a few helpful tips and suggestions to make your home a safer environment for
you and your loved ones.
Some of the most common electrical problems at home can be remedied with minor adjustments. However, home electrical troubleshooting can often be dangerous. If an issue is due to one of the common electrical code violations, you will need to have the problem fixed by an electrician.
Common household electrical problems are discussed in the following examples, some of which may be solved with residential electrical troubleshooting, but most of which will necessitate a call to a service professional.
Nobody likes to deal with electrical problems in their home. They’re a nuisance and they can be dangerous. Home electrical problems accounted for about How to Upgrade or Remove Your Outdated Home Intercom System
Written by Bobby on June 1, 2017
Does your home security system include an intercom system? While an intercom does add an extra layer of protection for you and your family, the technology has come a long way in a short period of time. If you still have an old intercom system in the house, it’s probably not meeting your current security needs. And a broken intercom is a common household electrical problem just like
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How to Remain Safe in an Electrical Storm
Written by Bobby on May 15, 2017
You likely know most of the dangers of lightning. Although being struck by lightning is a relatively rare phenomenon, lightning does kill an average of 51 people in the U.S. each year. And many individuals who survive a strike will experience long-term, debilitating symptoms. In this post, we’ll provide a few helpful lightning safety tips that can prevent you from becoming the next victim of a strike.
Table of Contents
- Outdoor Lightning Safety Precautions
- How to Protect Yourself from Lightning Indoors
- What Should You Do After a Lightning Strike?