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Why We Need More Safety Switches in Our Homes.


Why We Need More Safety Switches in Our Homes

A safety switch can save lives as it checks the electrical flow and activates when it detects a leakage. The aim of this device is to avoid any human injury or electrocution and it is considered one of the best way to protect your loved ones from any electrical hazards. Safety switches are usually installed at the switchboard but the experts of Albany, NY, home inspections recommend to install them for every power and lightening circuit in your home.

There is a lot of confusion between circuit breakers and switches, which also means many homes in the U.S., do not have the appropriate level of protection. That is the reason why many homeowners do not have any protection on other sub-circuits such as air-condition, lights, hot water system, pool, or stove. The Albany, NY, home inspections suggest that for all electrical panels a circuit breaker and a safety switch is necessary. Many people still don’t know about the importance of a safety switch as it was less common previously but it is important to understand that safety switches can save lives and circuit breakers can only protect equipment.

Another thing, that confuses the people, is the nuisance tripping which happens when a safety switch turns off constantly without any reason. The only reason behind this is a faulty appliance or manufacturing defects of the equipment. If you are facing this problem then immediately, contact the Albany, NY, home inspections to test the safety switches for yourself. Safety switches are like any electrical device or appliance and need to be tested on a regular basis. To install an upgrade or to check your switchboard for safety, contact the Albany, NY, home inspections and we will quickly get in touch with you. Yearly testing is recommended because it will protect you in most situation.

The Author Kevin Maxwell is the owner and operator of Maxwell Home Inspection Services, LLC. Kevin Maxwell is a certified Home Inspector located in Albany NY that has performed over 6000 Inspections Book online Phone: 1-800-598-4754

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