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How to Keep Your Home Safe From Summer Electrical Hazards

Outdoor pool with nearby electrical panel and outlet, illustrating summer electrical safety and proper wiring installation.

Protect Your Home With Inspections, Upgrades, and Surge Protection

Summer in Georgia means pool parties, backyard barbecues, and keeping cool — but it also means your home’s electrical system is working overtime. From powering pool pumps and spas to running garage freezers and air conditioners, these seasonal demands can put extra strain on your wiring and circuits.

Here’s what you need to know about keeping your home safe and efficient all summer long.

Why Summer Brings Unique Electrical Risks

When temperatures rise, so does your electrical usage. Pools, hot tubs, outdoor lighting, portable air conditioners, and other heavy appliances can overload circuits that weren’t designed to handle such loads. This can lead to:

The combination of water and electricity — especially near pools or spas — also increases the risk of electrocution if your wiring isn’t up to code.

Safe Pool & Spa Wiring: What to Look For

Pools and spas require specialized, GFCI-protected, dedicated circuits. If your pool or hot tub wiring is old, undersized, or improperly grounded, it could pose serious safety risks.

Signs your pool or spa wiring may need attention:

A licensed electrician can inspect your setup and upgrade wiring or install new circuits that meet safety codes.

Do You Need a Dedicated Circuit?

Many summer appliances, such as:

Installing dedicated circuits ensures these appliances run efficiently and don’t overload shared circuits, keeping your home safe and preventing nuisance tripping.

Tips for Summer Electrical Safety

✔ Schedule a home electrical safety inspection before peak summer use.

✔ Test GFCI outlets monthly, especially near pools, patios, and kitchens.

✔ Don’t use extension cords as permanent solutions for heavy appliances.

✔ Upgrade your panel if it can’t handle the load of modern appliances.

✔ Install whole-home surge protection to guard against summer storm damage.

Need Help? Call the Experts at 1 Best Electric

Whether you’re installing a new pool, upgrading your backyard, or just want peace of mind that your electrical system is safe for summer, 1 Best Electric can help. Our licensed electricians specialize in:

Stay cool and stay safe this summer — contact us today to schedule your inspection or upgrade!

📞 Call now 470-309-6996  or contact us online

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