Now is the time to prepare your impressive light display and competitive spirit to handle the increased electrical demand. With the many lights and electronical décor, you should consider some electronic enhancements to better equip the electrical system for the load. Simon Electric would like to take the opportunity to share some tips and suggestions that can help your Palm Beach County, FL home better handle the holiday lights in time for Christmas displays.

Programmable Light Switch Timer

You can have an electrician wire a hardline that connects the light switch to your holiday lights and display. This option allows for safety, efficiency, and above all safety. You will expedite and simplify the powering on and off process significantly.

Install Additional Outdoor Electrical Outlets

Adding several exterior outlets is particularly beneficial in addition to your holiday light display advantages. The lights are hung safely and far more efficiently. These outlets are designed for outdoor use, resistant of the surrounding areas and equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter, or a GFCI, that will trip the circuit in the event there is an electrical imbalance that will safeguard people from potential shock or electrocution.

Installing a Dedicated Circuit

You can avoid safety hazards that involve running extension cords and/or popping a window open to plug in the lights and electrical displays. The extra electrical demand can be better handled and avoid the overload on your circuit breaker by having a dedicated circuit installed. An exclusive, dedicated circuit is when the outlet is directly to its own circuit breaker.

Electrical Safety Tips

1) Hanging the lights high should only be done with a sturdy ladder.
2) Nails or staples should be avoided when securing the light cords, but instead, use plastic clips to secure the lights.
3) Get the lights that are equipped with a LED lights and designed for exterior use.
4) Prevent potential fires by using electrical candles instead of real candles.
5) Whenever you use an extension cord, be sure to properly secure them the surfaces to avoid tripping and potential injuries.

DIY VS Hiring an Electrical Contractor Pro

Though you may have ideas of grandeur for your light display, you need to leave the electrical aspects to the professionals. Without proper training and experience any electrical upgrades and enhancements can be a severe hazard. To keep you and your loved ones safe and prevent property damage, be sure to hire a professional electrician.

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Call Simon Electric of Palm Beach County, Florida today to help you enhance your electrical system in time for your seasonal holiday light display. Our electricians are trained and experienced to get your electrical system up to par to handle your holiday light display.