House Project Safety

As summer winds down, many people are trying to finish up projects around the house in time for fall and the holiday season. From home repairs to landscaping, we all work hard to make our property look its best. The team at Matthews Electric and Lighting wants you to do it safely! Follow these tips and stay safe! 

Home repairs with power tools: 

-Store electrical equipment indoors 

-Never use electric tools around water. 

-Never store electric tools in places where insects or rodent’s nest. 

-Stay at least 10 feet away from overhead power lines. 

-Make sure your work area is clean and organized.  

-Store fuel away from heat sources and out of the sun. 

Planting, Pruning & Mowing: 

-Be sure your trees have enough room to grow, especially when close to power lines. It’s always best to call a professional tree       service or landscaper to consult before planting anything. 

-Trim back branches from your electrical system, including nearby power lines. 

-Trees growing into power lines are expensive to fix, can decrease tree health, and cause trees to become dangerous. 

-When mowing the lawn or pruning with power tools, be sure to wear thick-soled, rubber shoes, and NEVER go barefoot. 

We hope you knock out all your projects safely and successfully, but if you ever need help or have questions about anything electrical, make sure to call us and we’ll be happy to help.