Electrical Fire Safety Month: How to Keep Your Home Safe This May
May is Electrical Fire Safety Month, and at Big Family Electric, your family’s safety is our top priority. Electrical fires are one of the leading causes of house fires in the U.S., but the good news is they’re largely preventable with proper awareness and routine professional maintenance. Here’s everything you need to know to keep […]
Protect Your Baton Rouge Home with Reliable Generator Solutions This Hurricane Season
As hurricane season approaches Baton Rouge, the anticipation of storms and power outages brings anxiety and concern. With this change in season, one can’t help but recall Renee B.’s experience with Big Family Electric. When the anxiety was setting in, Renee reached out to Big Family to consult on a portable generator hookup. Nick, the […]
Stay Safe and Save Energy: The Importance of Smoke Detectors in Winter
As winter approaches and we cozy up in our homes, the comforting warmth often masks a silent risk — the increased likelihood of home fires. Marc L. once shared his experience with Big Family Electrical, highlighting the professionalism and knowledge that ensured his home was adequately protected against electrical hazards. He praised their adeptness in […]
Faulty Wiring in Homes: Risks, Signs, and Prevention in Baton Rouge, LA
Faulty wiring is one of the most serious hazards a home can have, and also one of the easiest to overlook. Unlike a leaking pipe or a broken appliance, damaged or deteriorating wiring is hidden behind walls, ceilings, and floors, quietly creating conditions for fire, shock, and equipment damage long before any obvious symptoms appear. […]
Whole Home Surge Protection in Baton Rouge, LA: Proactively Safeguarding Your Electronics and Appliances
In today’s digital age, we rely heavily on electronics and appliances to run our homes. From refrigerators, oven ranges, air conditioning units, to televisions and smart devices, these gadgets are more than just conveniences—they are essentials. However, they also represent a significant investment. That’s why whole home surge protection in Baton Rouge, LA, is becoming […]
What is Code (National Electrical Code/NEC)?
If you have ever had electrical work done on your home or business, there is a good chance the electrician mentioned something being “up to code.” But what does that actually mean? For most property owners in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the National Electrical Code is something they have heard of but may not fully understand. […]
What Is Arc Fault Protection?
Most homeowners have heard of GFCI outlets, but arc fault protection is far less understood, even though it plays just as critical a role in preventing house fires. If you’ve ever wondered what an AFCI breaker actually does, or whether your Baton Rouge home has adequate protection, here’s what you need to know. What Is […]
Emergency Preparedness: What Is the Best Type of Emergency Power Generator for My Home?
During hurricane season in Baton Rouge, LA, many homes can be left without power for hours, or even days, at a time. At Big Family, we want to help you prepare your home for any type of emergency that might knock out your electricity and leave you scrambling for solutions. Having an emergency power generator […]
The Benefits of Switching to Underground Electrical Services in Baton Rouge
Power lines have become a familiar part of the landscape across Baton Rouge. They run along Airline Highway, cut through residential neighborhoods like Mid City and Broadmoor, and stretch across utility corridors throughout the parish. While overhead utility wires are essential for delivering power to homes, businesses, and commercial properties, that doesn’t make poles and […]