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The Dangers of Space Heaters

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Heating equipment is a leading cause of fires in U.S homes, according to the National Fire Protection Association . Fire departments responded to an average of 52,050 homes that involved heating equipment which resulted in 490 civilian deaths and 1,400 civilian injuries each year between 2012-2016. 86% of these civilian deaths caused by home heating involved stationary or portable space heaters. In light of these devastating statistics, our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to share with you some important tips for using space heaters this winter and shed light on how dangerous they can be. Never Leave a Space Heater Unattended  It is extremely important to never leave a space heater unattended. This is a common mistake made by many and if you want to ensure your safety never leave a space heater unattended, even if you are asleep in the home. Never Use Gas or Kerosene Heaters Indoors  Gas and kerosene space heaters are portable and low cost

5 Tips to Prevent an Electrical Fire

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Did you know that according to the National Fire Protection Association , every 24 seconds a fire department in the United States responds to a fire somewhere? In 2017, there were 1,319,200 fires responded to, 499,000 structure fires, and 3,400 civilian fire deaths. With these shocking statistics, you may be wondering, what is the leading cause of all these fires? The answer to this question is the mishandling of electrical devices! What this tells us is that the public needs to be more educated on the dangers of electricity. That's why today, our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks , Catalyst Electric, wants to keep you and your family safe so we put together five ways to minimize your risk of a house fire in today's blog! #1 Don't Overload Your Outlets  We live in an electronic world. which means many of us are more than likely plugging entirely too many devices into our electrical outlets. Our home's circuits are designed to only handle

10 Warning Signs That Your Home Needs New Wiring

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Most of us don't think about our homes electrical system on a daily basis. We don't think twice about using our appliances and turning on the lights in our home daily. While you may not think twice about the modern convenience of electricity, you should keep safety top of mind. A great place to start is taking a good look at your home's wiring. Did you know that according to the National Fire Protection Association , from 2011-2015 an average of 34,000 house fires was ignited due to faulty electrical equipment such as wiring, lighting, cords, and plugs? This statistic alone should make you seriously consider taking a close look at your home's electrical wiring. Our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks wants to keep you and your family safe, and that's why today we have 10 warning signs to look for that may mean you should rewire your home. While these numbers may be shocking to you, there are plenty of things you can do to try and preven

The Lake's Best Commercial Electricians!

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Although we pride ourselves on being the best local electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks , we possess the capabilities to successfully complete large-scale projects all over the country. In addition to residential electrical services, Catalyst Electric can also offer  commercial electrical contracting at the Lake of the Ozarks . Learn about commercial electrical services below! Electrical Wiring For New Construction  If you are planning on building a new commercial building in 2019, Catalyst Electric can install new wiring for your building. We are certified, licensed, and insured, so you can always count on us to do professional work. Remodel Rewiring  Along with new construction, we also do rewiring for remodels. If you are planning to do a remodel soon, give Catalyst Electric a call and we can run new wiring and ensure your electrical is up to code. Back Up Generator Never go without power at your home or business again! In just 10 seconds, KOHLER ge