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Brandon Electrician Teaches Fun Static Electricity Investigations for Kids…
Electricity is highly dangerous, and we, your Brandon Electrician, spend a lot of time educating our customers in neighboring communities – from Sun City Center to Parrish to Riverview – about ways to stay safe. There is one type of electricity that is safe and fun for kids (and curious grown-ups :-)) to investigate! STATIC ELECTRICITY!!!
We recently had the opportunity to visit a preschool in Apollo Beach and share some fun static electricity activities. Grab a balloon and have fun!
1. The Einstein Look – Simply rub the balloon in your hair and watch it fly!
2. Push the Can – Rub a balloon in your hair or on your clothing. Lay a clean, dry soda can on it’s side. Hover the balloon over the can and move it to the left and right. Watch it magically roll.
3. Paper Pick Up – Tear small pieces of paper, rub the balloon in your hair and hover it over the paper. Watch the paper “jump” and stick to the balloon. Try various types of paper – construction paper, printer paper, tissue paper, etc. and see which works best.
4. Bend the Water – This is the most challenging! Turn the faucet on until you have a thin, steady flow of water. Move the balloon around the water. It may take a few tries and some patience, but you can actually bend the stream of water!
Space Heater Electricity Concerns in Apollo Beach, Parrish and Riverview
Tips you may not know about…
As Floridians, we are often reluctant to turn our thermostats up but reach instead for our space heaters. With so many homes with small children and pets in the Apollo Beach, Parrish and Riverview areas, there are some important tips to follow. We have all heard the standard safety measures – keep kids and pets away, make sure cords are not a tripping hazard, and keep them on a level surface. Here are a few tips you may not have heard. Opt for a space heater with a an automatic shut off feature, avoid running them overnight, and always check for a UL mark.
Stay safe and stay warm!
Tripping breaker with fireplace and heaters in Riverview
I must admit that after 20 years in Florida I find I need a parka in 50 degree weather! Like many of our neighbors in Apollo Beach and Riverview, I have purchased an electric fireplace. What better way to cozy up and gain a beautiful piece of furniture? Just as your toes are getting toasty, your breaker trips! From Mira Bay to Valencia Lakes to Waterset, we are receiving calls about tripped breakers. Many of our customers don’t realize that electric heaters draw ALOT of power. I’m certainly not ready to give up my new fireplace! The answer? A designated circuit.
FishHawk and Riverview Electrician Advice about GFI’s
FishHawk and Riverview Electrician Advice about GFI’s
Are your GFI’s tripping in FishHawk or Riverview?
We’ve gotten a lot of calls from our neighbors in Riverview and FishHawk about holiday lights shutting off. In many cases, it’s simply the GFIs tripping. GFIs trip when they become wet as a protective measure. Although it can be an inconvenience, they are doing their job! It can sometimes take several days for GFIs to dry out after events such as rain or having your home pressure washed. And don’t forget your sprinkler system!
Join our Riverview Electrician Team – Looking for an apprentice
We love our employees and team members. As your certified Riverview and Brandon Electricians, we are currently expanding our team. If you are interested in being an electrician apprentice, give us a call. We would love to speak with you and see if you have what it takes to be a member of our team.
How to protect yourself from contractor fraud
As a State Certified Electrical Contractor, we feel that it is imperative that we continue to educate our customers in Riverview, Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Wimauma and surrounding areas how to protect themselves against contractor fraud. Be aware that a first offense for unlicensed contracting is a 1st degree misdemeanor. However, offenses committed during a Gubernatorial declared state of emergency, such as a hurricane, is a 3rd degree felony. This is when unlicensed contractors are most likely to prey upon those looking for help after a storm. Follow steps to ensure anyone you hire is licensed and be careful!
Hurricane Season & Generators
Hurricane Season & Generators
As we find ourselves in the middle of hurricane season, there has been lots of conversation regarding generators! We have been busy not only installing the necessary components for portable generators for our customers across the area, from Riverview to Apollo Beach, but also giving presentations at local clubs.
Get ready for Trick or Treat Street at Riverview High School!
Get ready for Trick or Treat Street at Riverview High School!
Just wanted to share that the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce’s will be held on October 27th from 2-6. Local businesses join the chamber, Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation and Riverview High School to offer free trick or treating, costume contests and lots of other fun events. We’ve had a great time participating in sponsoring The Scare Zone in the past and enjoyed bringing Emma as a guest last year for some fun family trick or treating! Don’t worry – the creepy 🙂 photo of Bryan and I as Raggedy Ann and Andy was in the Scare Zone -the rest of the festivities are perfect for little trick or treaters! Don’t forget to bring your furry friends for a special costume contest as well. Riverview sure knows how to party!!!
Meet Your Brandon Electricians!
Meet Your Brandon Electricians!
The certified electricians at Bryan Hindman Electric, LLC, know how to have fun!
Your favorite Brandon electricians took a break from their busy day to get an awesome updated team photo! You can usually find this great group out fixing electrical issues throughout the Brandon and Riverview areas.
This knowledgeable team of 11 can help with all your electrical needs!
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