Thing to Look for While on Your Dock This Weekend

This is the time of year when people start spending more time on their docks, enjoying the lake life. But for some homeowners it may have been a few months since they have done much dock time. Your dock can go through a lot through the winter season, so if you get to spend some extended time on your dock this weekend, take a look around for a few things for safety’s sake. If you would like to hear some simple tips on things to look for when it comes to dock safety and your dock’s electrical system, just keep reading.

Conduit

Between the winter drawdown and major wind storms, your dock may have experienced a lot of movement since last fall. That movement can cause conduit to separate at the seams, and wire to be stretched, broken, or exposed. If you recently bought your lake home and this is your first spring on the dock, you want to make sure that all your electrical wire is in conduit. These days houses can be sold without inspections, and we have seen it all when it comes to improper electrical work on docks. Water and electricity do not mix, and there are certain standards that need to be met when it comes to dock electrical work at Lake of the Ozarks. The results of improper electrical work on your dock can be deadly for you, your loved ones, and even your neighbors.

Disconnect

Another major safety feature for your dock’s electrical system is your disconnect. There should be a disconnect on shore so it is not necessary to go on the dock if wires, etc. are submerged or there’s an electrical problem. If you do not have a disconnect on shore, Catalyst Electric can install one for you.

Annual Inspections

For all these reasons and more, it is highly recommended that your dock electrical system be inspected annually by a qualified electrician at Lake of the Ozarks. Catalyst Electric knows what to look for, and can tell if the original wiring was done incorrectly, if the dock does not have proper breakers installed, and much more. Because Catalyst Electric knows the importance of having them done annually, we provide free dock inspections at Lake of the Ozarks. Just give us a call to take advantage so you know your dock is safe.

Shock IQ

When you call, be sure to ask about our Shock IQ dock monitor. It helps protect against electrical shock drowning by monitoring your dock frame and surrounding water for stray electricity. Shock IQ will shut your dock’s power off if electricity is detected.

Catalyst Electric wants you and your family to be safe.

We have wired and serviced countless docks at the lake and we are knowledgeable and well equipped to meet the challenges of providing electrical service to docks in this environment. So, stay safe at Lake of the Ozarks, and give us a call for your annual dock inspection. Don’t forget to follow us on social media using the links below. We will have more tips and helpful information about electrical services at Lake of the Ozarks throughout the year.

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