Polar Vortex Returns with very Stormy Weather

Polar Vortex to Return Early in the Northeast

While the fall will kick off with days of sunshine and temperatures above normal in some of the region's largest cities, including New York City and Philadelphia, the polar vortex may make its return for short, sporadic periods in September.

 

"The vortex could slip at times, maybe even briefly in September for the Northeast," AccuWeather Lead Long-Range Forecaster Paul Pastelok said. "There could be a significant shot of chilly air that comes across the Great Lakes region and into the interior Northeast sometime in mid- to late-September."

 

As conditions in northern Canada begin to set up similar to last fall, getting colder and unsettled quickly, it is likely that this pattern could become a source for colder air to make its way down at times into the United States, inducing a drop in temperatures for the interior Northeast during mid-fall.

 

"Temperatures will not be as extreme in November when compared to last year, but October could be an extreme month," Pastelok said.

 

After short-lived days of the polar vortex in September, the weather should turn a bit warmer in November as rain ramps up across areas from New York City to Boston and Portland, Maine, as well as the rest of the region.

 

"We will see some dry weather in the Northeast, barring any tropical systems, in September and October but in November it will get wet," Pastelok said.

 

Following a soaking November for Northeastern residents, El Niño will make its debut early this winter, fueling early winter snow across the area.

 

"December could get kind of wild due to the very active southern jet stream that is going to provide the moisture for bigger snowstorms," Pastelok said. "The Northeast could have a couple of big storms in December and early January." (more information)

 

Get prepared for the Fall and Winter now! Think about investing in a generator! You can call us today and we will come out for an In home consultation, and its FREE!

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Time to Invest in low temperature sensors

It's that time of year again, Summer is ending and you clean up your summer home for the year. This makes it the perfect time for homeowners to being thinking about damage that can occur during the colder months. To help prevent these damages its a good idea to invest in low temperature sensors also known as "Freeze Sensors"

Low temperature sensors alert you when temperatures fall near that point of concern, giving you time to react and prevent potential damage to home, valuables and property that can be not only unfortunate, but expensive to repair or replace. Installing low temperature sensors around your home requires a specific temperature level removes the unnecessary worry over freezing and bursting pipes.

Dangerously low temperatures can cause pipes to freeze or burst. Anyone who has experienced these events can attest to the damages hassle and expensive repair bills that typically follow such as:

• Severe Flooding
• Damaged Walls and Floors
• Damage to furniture or other property
• Mold and mildew
• Loss of valuables and keepsakes due to flooding, mold and or mildew

Low temperature sensors are great for every type of house or apartment but we highly recommend them fore vacation properties and business spaces. Many individuals tend to forget about their properties that are visited less frequently during the winter months. When the weather becomes cold outside and things aren't warming like they should inside a low temperature sensor can provide the proper notification to prevent the damage caused by the pipes that freeze or burst.

If you have any comments or concerns do not hesitate to contact us!
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You should consider upgrading your service panel

A service panel upgrade is usually required to enhance the units capacity. The technical devices and appliances that we use are constantly improving and fluctuating in terms of power usage. In order to keep up with the increasing energy requirements of daily life, upgrading your service panel is a necessity.

Better Performance: Service panels, like any other home unit must be regularly serviced in order to ensure peak performance. The increasing electrical needs of the average home has made it absolutely essential to keep your service panel updated. Outdate technology and obsolescence are other common reasons as to why you will need a service panel upgrade.

A specific type of panel called Federal Pacific Electric Panels could potentially fail to provide proper safety and protection for homes.

A Federal Pacific Electric Panel (FPE) was one of the most common manufactures of circuit breaker panels in North America from the 1950s to the 1980s. Millions of their panels were installed in homes across the county. Yet, as the years passed, electricians and home inspectors often found FPE panes failed to provide proper protection to homeowners and their families. Experts now say that FPE panels can appear to work fine for years, but after one overcurrent or short circuit, they can overheat and become fire hazards.

Here are two major reasons why Federal Pacific Electric Panels tend to malfunction:

1. FPE panels may not meet today's updated safety codes:

• Wires may be crowded inside the box
• Bus bars may be spring-mounted
• Breaker may be still active when in the down position
• Split-Bus breakers may no longer meet updated safety codes.

2. FPE panels may have significant design flaws:

• Breakers may unexpectedly trip when the deadfront cover is removed.
• Breakers may have loose connections to the bus bars
• Breakers are often jammed within their sockets, which can cause overcrowding within the panel
• Breakers can easily split when placed into sockets.

These Panels can be dangerous. A FPE circuit breaker panel can appear to be working properly for years. But experts want that if a FPE panel experiences and overcurrent or short circuit, it may not keep the electrical circuits from overheating and could possible pose a fire hazard. According to a report, some Federal Pacific Electric Panels failed to operate properly nearly 60% of the time in the event of a power surge.

The circuit breaker panel is one of the most important parts of a home's electrical system. It constantly distributes and receives electricity. The panel protects homes from power surges and other possible hazards. With regular maintenance, experts say that today's electrical panels can function properly and protect homes for 30 years or more.

If you suspect you may have a Federal Pacific Electric panel or an outdated circuit breaker panel in your home, or in any event, you have not had your panel inspected recently, do not hesitate to contact us and we will be glad to help you! We care about our customers and want them to be safe!

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