i always wired everything up "to code" my grandfather was an electrician and i am a contactor so i know how to wire things correctly.

tips to lessen fire hazards:

smoke alarms
all connections inside boxes
use wirenuts and electrical tape
smoke alarms
change extension cords every 12months
don't max out 1 circuit(try to split everything between 2 circuits)
smoke alarms
use the proper ballast
check ALL electrical equipment regularly
smoke alarms
justaseed Reviewed by justaseed on . Anyone ever worry about fire hazards? Just a question, particularly to people who use different lighting such as HPS, MH, and CFL. Are you ever concerned that since you will have light fixtures on for extended periods of time (18-24 hours) per day, that it may lead to a fire? I know its more likely when you have faulty wiring or overload a local system, but i cant help get it off my mind, and i would much rather prevent it rather than have to live with it. Any thoights? Also, home depot has Metal Halide lights but only Rating: 5