Static electricity refers to an imbalance of electric charges that occur within or on the surface of a material. In simple words, it happens due to the negative and positive charges in an object. It is typically produced by friction and causes sparks and crackling, or attracts hair. This might be a serious issue at times which would require an electrician to conduct an electrical service or electrical repair. Have you ever shaken someone’s hand and felt an immediate shock? If yes, then it is caused by static electricity, which can be very frustrating and annoying.
Can static electricity be dangerous?
One of the most common questions that most people ask electricians or electrical repair people is if static electricity can be dangerous. If the static electricity is above 20 kilovolts, that means the static can be hazardous for humans. In extreme situations, the static charge can flow through your body and cause an electric shock which either causes a burn or stops your heart.
Pro Tip: To avoid such situations, always get regular electrical service for your appliances, so that you have peace of mind.
Ways to get rid of static electricity
Install a humidifier
One of the most effective ways to get rid of static electricity is to install a humidifier. The installation is very straightforward, which means that you can do it yourself or hire an electrician from an electrical service company. A humidifier will ensure that there is increased moisture in the room, as dry air is one of the reasons behind static electricity. To make sure that the humidifier functions well, you can opt for an electrical repair every few months, depending on your use.
Treat your carpets and clothes
There are certain products available on the market which help remove electric static from clothing. Investing in those products will eliminate static from your clothes and carpets in the house and will ensure static build-up as well. Using the product regularly will reduce the chances of being shocked by static electricity. You can also rub the product all over your carpets to ensure that you and your family stay safe from electric shocks.
Add baking soda to laundry
Were you aware that baking soda helps reduce static in clothes and acts as a fabric softener when added to water? Before calling an electrician or electrical service team for electrical repair, try the baking soda hack. All you have to do is add some baking soda to your regular laundry before use and let the mixture sit in for a while. Once you wash the clothes, you will see the difference yourself.
At Quick Spark, we offer all kinds of electrical service and electrical repair on the doorstep of our clients. With years of experience, we assure you that our services are quick and long-lasting and do not create any troubles. To book an electrician from us, reach out to us at 1300 8SPARK.
