Categories Electrical Maintenance Tips, Electrical Safety

7 Signs It’s Time to Update Your Outlets and Receptacles

7 Signs It’s Time to Update Your Outlets and Receptacles

Outlets and receptacles are essential to keeping our homes and businesses running smoothly, but over time, they can wear out or become outdated. If you’ve noticed issues with your outlets or you’re living in an older home or building, it might be time for an upgrade.

Basic electrical maintenance is essential to keep your systems safe and reliable. You just need to know what to look out for. Check out these key signs that it’s time to update your outlets and receptacles.

Categories Commercial Electrical Services, Electrical Safety

5 Common Electrical Hazards in the Workplace: What You Need to Know

5 Common Electrical Hazards in the Workplace: What You Need to Know

Electrical safety is crucial in any workplace, even when employees don’t necessarily work with electrical systems and equipment. In fact, 69% of all electrical fatalities involved non-electrical occupations. 

Whether operating heavy machinery, using power tools or working in an office, awareness of common electrical hazards is essential for preventing accidents and ensuring a safe work environment. As a team of highly-trained electricians, Cajun Electric prioritizes safety, and we’re here to highlight key electrical hazards to be aware of at work and how to avoid them.

Categories Electrical Maintenance Tips, Electrical Safety

Summer Safety: Electrical Tips for Outdoor Gatherings

Summer Safety: Electrical Tips for Outdoor Gatherings

As the warm weather rolls in, so do the much-anticipated backyard barbecues, pool parties and all other outdoor gatherings that come with summer. Before you start planning your next outside get-together, it’s essential to consider the safety of your outdoor electrical setups. 

With an increase in outdoor activities, properly managing electrical outlets, extension cords and lighting can mean the difference between a successful gathering and a hazardous one. Here are some essential tips to keep your summer celebrations safe and electrifying in all the right ways.

Categories Electrical Maintenance Tips, Electrical Safety

Hurricane Preparedness: Protecting Your Electrical System

Hurricane Preparedness: Protecting Your Electrical System

Living in Louisiana means facing the reality of hurricanes. Ranked as the state with the 3rd highest number of hurricanes in the US, Louisiana has experienced its fair share of severe storms, weathering 19 major hurricanes and 63 total. 

These natural phenomena can wreak havoc on homes, particularly their electrical systems. The best way to keep your home protected? Being prepared. The Atlantic hurricane season is set to start June 1st, and it’s essential to make preparations now to ensure your electrical system is protected. Check out our hurricane preparedness guide below for the best course of action for weathering this season’s storms.

Categories Electrical Safety

The Importance of Yearly Electrical Safety Checks

The Importance of Yearly Electrical Safety Checks

As the temperature drops and winter settles in, we all rely more heavily on heating appliances and electrical systems. This is why yearly electrical safety checks are not just a routine task but an essential one to ensure your home or office is safe and cozy for you all winter long.