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01/03/2026

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12/12/2025

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12/10/2025

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12/09/2025

12/06/2025

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12/05/2025

Winter is sneaking up FAST… and so is the cold! Before you crank up those heaters and holiday lights this weekend, give your home a little electrical TLC.

🔥 Cold Weather Warning:
Winter is the season when outlets get overloaded, space heaters work overtime, and breakers start asking for a vacation. Don’t let a simple mistake turn into a costly problem.

❄️ YOUR WEEKEND SAFETY TIP:
If it heats, it needs its own dedicated circuit.
If it sparks, buzzes, or smells, turn it OFF.
If it doesn’t feel right, call Yates Electric — we’ll get you fixed up before the real winter hits.

Stay warm, stay safe, and enjoy the weekend!
Yates Electric — Always here "helping you make the right connection".

12/04/2025

Before starting any digging project, always contact 811 to have underground utilities marked. Those colored dots on the ground are real safety warnings that prevent injuries, outages, and costly damage.

811 Utility Color Codes

🔴 Red — Electric power lines, conduit & lighting cables

🟡 Yellow — Gas, oil, steam, petroleum, gaseous materials

🟠 Orange — Communication, alarm, or signal lines (fiber, cable, phone)

🔵 Blue — Potable (drinking) water

🟢 Green — Sewer and drain lines

🟣 Purple — Reclaimed water, irrigation, slurry lines

⚪ White — Proposed excavation area

🌸 Pink — Temporary survey markings

A single mistake underground can cause injury, major outages, or expensive repairs — all avoidable with one free call.

Always call before you dig. Always stay safe.
We are always here "helping you make the right connection" — Yates Electric.

12/03/2025

WINTER IS COMING — Is your home ready?
Cold weather puts extra strain on your electrical system, heating equipment, and outdoor connections. A few quick checks now can save you from costly repairs later.

Here’s what to look for before the temps drop:

✅ Seal & protect outdoor outlets
Moisture + cold = tripped breakers and damage. Make sure your outdoor GFCI outlets have proper covers and aren’t cracked.

✅ Check space heaters & dedicated circuits
Space heaters can pull 1,500 watts — more than most outlets were ever meant for.
If your heater flips breakers, sparks, or warms the plug, it’s time for a dedicated line.

✅ Inspect extension cords & outdoor lights
Use weather-rated cords only. Indoor cords can freeze, crack, and become a fire hazard.

✅ Test your smoke & CO detectors
Heaters run nonstop in the winter. Make sure your detectors do too. Swap batteries or upgrade if they’re older than 7 years.

✅ Protect exposed wiring in basements & crawl spaces
Cold snaps can cause condensation, corrosion, and shorts. A quick inspection now prevents a nightmare later.

If you need help winterizing, upgrades, or safety checks—Yates Electric is here.
We Are Always Here "Helping You Make the Right Connection".

12/02/2025

⚡️ Yates Electric Safety Tip — Space Heaters & Home Outlets ⚡️

As the cold sets in, it’s tempting to plug a space heater into any nearby outlet — but a normal household outlet was never meant to handle a heater AND other devices on the same line.

Most electric heaters pull around 12.5 amps on high, which nearly maxes out a 15-amp circuit all by itself.
Add in a TV, phone charger, lamp, gaming system, or anything else on that same circuit, and you’re looking at:

🔥 Overheated wiring

🚫 Tripped breakers

⚡ Real fire hazards

A space heater should always be on its own dedicated circuit — nothing else running with it.
If your breaker trips even once, that’s the circuit telling you it’s overloaded.

Stay Safe. Stay Smart.
Yates Electric always here "helping you make the right connection" ⚡

12/01/2025

⚡ Yates Electric – Safety Tip of the Day! ⚡
Did you know your outlets should never feel warm to the touch?
A warm or hot outlet can mean:
• Loose wiring
• Overloaded circuits
• A failing outlet
• A potential fire risk 🔥

If you notice ANY heat coming from an outlet, unplug the device and get it checked ASAP.

Your family’s safety is worth the call.
📞 502-664-7367
📧 [email protected]
Licensed • Insured • Residential & Commercial
Helping you make the right connection. ⚡

11/30/2025

Holiday Safety Tip from Yates Electric! 🎄

Christmas lights make the season bright — but overloaded outlets and old extension cords can turn holiday cheer into holiday danger.

Before you plug in your light displays this year, remember:

✔ Use outdoor-rated extension cords for outdoor lights
✔ Never plug multiple high-power strands into one outlet
✔ Check for frayed wires or cracked bulbs
✔ Keep cords away from snow, water, and walkways
✔ Use GFCI-protected outlets for all outside decorations
✔ Put your lights on a timer so they don’t overheat overnight

A safe home is a merry home. ❤️🎄
If you need help checking outlets, upgrading circuits, or preparing your home for the holidays, we’ve got you covered!

📞 502-664-7367
📧 [email protected]
Licensed & Insured | Residential & Commercial
Yates Electric – Helping you make the right connection. ⚡