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Three Easy Ways to Celebrate National Wellness Month

Posted on August 21, 2023 by

Measures to Keep Homes and Families Safe 

The National Safety Council has some unsettling news for homeowners. In a recent year, more than 150,000 people suffered injuries from in-home accidents. These included fires, electrocutions, and gas inhalation. While this may seem startling, here’s some good news: Many in-home injuries are preventable. Here, Ruston residents can learn how to get the most out of National Wellness Month. 

Installing a Smoke Detector 

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According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, housefires cause close to 2,000 fatalities each year. This makes it crucial for homeowners to install smoke alarms. Here are some tips for purchasing and installing one of these life-saving devices: 

  • Have a smoke detector on every level of the home. There’s no such thing as having too many smoke detectors. A homeowner wants to cover all of their bases. 
  • Test the device every month. Even if the smoke detector never goes off, testing the batteries is a good idea. 
  • Avoid installing an ionization smoke alarm in the kitchen. These are very sensitive devices that will go off constantly when someone cooks––even if there isn’t any smoke. Homeowners should save themselves the trouble in the kitchen and install photoelectric units. 

Installing a smoke detector is just one way to keep a home’s residents safe from fires. Homeowners should also have a fire escape route and practice it periodically. 

Getting a Carbon Monoxide Detector 

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Carbon monoxide detectors are critical in keeping homeowners and their loved ones safe. That’s because carbon monoxide is a toxic gas that binds to blood cells and limits how much oxygen flows throughout the body. With prolonged exposure, carbon monoxide poisoning can lead to difficulty breathing, dizziness, and even death. 

Per CNET, when installing a carbon monoxide detector, one should: 

  • Place them in sleeping areas. That way, if the carbon monoxide detector goes off in the middle of the night, it’ll wake the household. 
  • Place the device five feet from the floor. One could also place the detector on the ceiling, six inches from the wall. 
  • Check the battery once a year. A carbon monoxide detector isn’t good if it doesn’t have a power source. Some models are hardware into a home’s electrical grid, so they never lose power (except when the home does). 

Scheduling an Electrical Safety Inspection 

Having a licensed and insured electrician inspect the home’s grid at least once a year is a good idea. They can check for any electrical hazards that could endanger homeowners’ health, such as: 

  • Overloaded circuits
  • Frayed wires 
  • Arc flashes and bursts 
  • Faulty appliances 
  • Blown fuses
  • Circuit panels that need replacing 
  • Gas leaks 
  • Exposed heating elements 
  • Overheated appliances 

An electrician does more than check for problems and fix them. They can also advise homeowners on day-to-day measures to reduce the likelihood of electrocutions, electrical fires, and other avoidable hazards. 

About Albritton Service Co

The HVAC specialists at Albritton Service Co have one mission: to provide quality HVAC repairs to those living in and around Ruston, LA. They offer electrical inspections, and appliance repair, and help install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. These professionals deliver around-the-clock service with a smile. One can call today to learn more. 

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