Heritage Electric Co.

05/03/2022

Our crew just finished up a remodel at The Melting Pot.

07/06/2021

06/29/2021

Each year in the United States, arcing faults are responsible for starting more than 28,000 home fires, killing and injuring hundreds of people, and causing over $700 million in property damage.

Home Electrical Fire Facts, Statistics and Electrical & Fire Safety Tips from ESFI

06/16/2021

ESFI recommends that you have an electrical system inspection conducted if:

Your home is 40 years old or older
You purchase a previously-owned home
Your home has undergone a major renovation
You have added major new appliances in the last 10 years

See if your home is up to code with ESFI's Home Electrical Safety Checklist

06/12/2021

More than 350,000 fires occur each year and often within the homes of seniors. Some of the leading causes include cooking, portable heaters, and faulty electrical equipment. The National Center for Health Statistics found that adults 65 and older were 2.4 times as likely as the general population to die in fires. For those 85 and older, the risk was 3.6 times higher. Learn how to keep your home and loved ones safe with ESFI’s tips.

More than 350,000 fires occur each year and often within the homes of seniors. Some of the leading causes include cooking, portable heaters, and faulty elect...

06/05/2021

Do you have a breaker that frequently trips? Resetting it won't solve the problem as it will continue to draw more current that it is able to safely feed. Tripping breakers can indicate a dangerous problem - give us a call to check it out! (719) 821-5856

05/29/2021

A heavy reliance on extension cords is an indication that you have too few outlets to address your needs. Do not substitute extension cords for permanent wiring. We can install additional outlets where you need them!

05/22/2021

Did you know that an electrical outlet can do much more than provide electricity? They can be life saving devices by preventing shocks, burns and even fires.

Did you know that an electrical outlet can do much more than provide electricity? They can be life saving devices by preventing shocks, burns and even fires. Do your outlets need an upgrade? Learn about these specialized electrical outlets with added features to provide a safer home.

05/17/2021

D.I.Y. Safety Tips
www.esfi.org strongly recommends hiring a qualified, licensed electrician to perform any electrical work in your home. However, if you do decide to do-it-yourself, consider the following important safety tips before undertaking any home electrical project:

- Make an effort to learn about your home electrical system so that you can safely navigate and maintain it.
- Never attempt a project that is beyond your skill level. Knowing when to call a professional may help prevent electrical fires, injuries, and fatalities.
- Always turn off the power to the circuit that you plan to work on by switching off the circuit breaker in the main service panel.
- Be sure to unplug any lamp or appliance before working on it.
- Test the wires before you touch them to make sure that the power has been turned off.
- Never touch plumbing or gas pipes when performing a do-it-yourself electrical project.

The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is a 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting electrical safety in the home, school, and workplace through education, awareness, and advocacy. Over the past 20 years, ESFI has reinvigorated how electrical safety is addressed through groundb...

05/15/2021

An extension cord is a temporary solution, and is not meant to be used as a long-term extension of your household’s electrical system. - Extension Cord Safety Tips

Extension cords can be very helpful in deliver­ing power right where we need it. However, regardless of the gauge or rating of the cord, an extension cord is a temporary solution, and is not meant to be used as a long-term extension of your household’s electrical system.