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New York City
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

How to Protect Your Building From Water and Fire Claims

Regular inspections, basic water sensors, electrician checks, and a three-year prepaid policy reduce water and fire claim risk from aging plumbing and electrical systems in NYC multi-unit buildings.
fromHomebuilding
4 months ago

Can solar panels catch fire? We look at the risks and how to keep your energy-providing devices safe

Phil Strickland, Technical Operations Director at 21 Degrees, says: "It wouldn't normally be the visible glass panels where it starts. Any fire is more likely caused by the DC current in cables or connectors, not the panels themselves." He further states, "Even when a system is switched off, sunlight can still generate DC current," he explains. "If connections are poor or components damaged, that current can arc, overheat and cause a fire."
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Renovation
fromHomebuilding
7 months ago

Does my house need rewiring? 7 signs that it could be time to call in an electrician

Old or faulty wiring poses health and fire risks, requiring urgent attention.
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