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Comment on 54.5 Miles Per Hour Is Great — But What About Electric Cars! by Kim Hopkins

Kim Hopkins — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:48:15 +0000

Dear Chris,
No, we’ve not decided yet. Any ideas?
Best wishes,
Kim

Comment on 54.5 Miles Per Hour Is Great — But What About Electric Cars! by chris

chris — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:12:53 +0000

Have you already decided which EV you will get or are you still researching?

Comment on What are CFLs — Can They Save Electricity and Save You Money? by Kim Hopkins

Kim Hopkins — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 20:21:44 +0000

Yes, with anything electrical, there is some hazard. CFLs have a few hazards associated with them. CFLs emit some UV light — the kind that causes sunburn. However, very little compared to being out in the sun. For someone with extreme sensitivity to U.V., they might want to check into special CFLs that emit even less than regular CFLs.

Whenever a bulb breaks, whether incandescent or CFL, careful handling is required. CFLs add an issue additional to broken glass — each includes a bit of mercury. When cleaning up a broken CFL, put on household cleaning gloves — any type will do. Mercury is poisonous and must be kept off your skin. It will bead up, which eases disposal. Dispose of the broken glass and mercury in the garbage. If you are disposing of a number of CFLs, dispose of them as you would hazardous waste in your locality.

CFLs provide higher safety than incandescents in one regard. They don’t get as hot as incandescents.

If you ask yourself, when is the last time that I heard of someone who was hurt by a light bulb, that will help you judge how dangerous either incandescents or CFLs are.

Comment on What are CFLs — Can They Save Electricity and Save You Money? by E. Green

E. Green — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 19:35:41 +0000

I prefer the safety of the incandescent bulbs, and SO SHOULD EVERYONE ELse.

Think well, folks.

Comment on Los Angeles Electrician Offers Full Services to Homeowners and Businesses by electrician cal

electrician cal — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 14:51:23 +0000

that’s good advice. a recent statistic i read said that 18.6% of house fires start from wires, fuse boxes, outlet boxes, etc. Best to go with a licensed electrician!

Comment on Los Angeles Electrician Offers Full Services to Homeowners and Businesses by PVC Bending Tool

PVC Bending Tool — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:35:27 +0000

You hit it right on the head. When you run into electrical trouble, you need to call a professional. Do not attempt to do electrical repairs yourself unless you are an electrician.

Comment on What are CFLs — Can They Save Electricity and Save You Money? by Ran Daniels

Ran Daniels — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 00:20:47 +0000

Sounds a good idea who doesn’t want to save money electric prices keep on going up anything to save money is a good thing. And on the plus side it doesn’t cost a fortune to implement.

Comment on Is Your Electrical System Grounded? by Kim Hopkins

Kim Hopkins — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 19:29:12 +0000

Thanks!
Kim

Comment on EMF in Los Angeles! by Kim Hopkins

Kim Hopkins — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 04:36:24 +0000

Dear Tony,
Sorry we don’t have an electrician to refer you to. Can only suggest that you Google on something like: EMF Los Angeles.
I wish you luck with this.
Kim
The Electric Connection

Comment on Can I Charge My Electric Car Overnight? by Overnight electrical | Xsitalia

Overnight electrical | Xsitalia — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:25:14 +0000

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