Space Heaters & Winter Electrical Safety

Space heaters can be a quick way to warm your home, but they place a heavy load on your electrical system. Each winter, improper use of space heaters leads to overloaded outlets, tripped breakers and even electrical fires.

Here are some tips to remember:

•  Plug space heaters directly into wall outlets
•  Never use extension cords or power strips
•  Keep heaters at least 3 feet from furniture 
• Turn off when leaving the room

If your breaker trips or outlets feel warm, it may be time for Quality Electric or your local electrician to come out and inspect.