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Electric shock drowning is real, and can be caused by a faulty electric service leaking to nearby water. We want residents of Lake Martin, AL and surrounding areas to feel comfortable swimming in our beautiful lakes. Which is why we urge homeowners on the lakes and rivers to take the

Remember years ago when dads were thrilled to have a TV with a remote control? You know, back when cars cost $4,000 or $5,000 and you could buy a house for $60,000. Well, the world has changed and high tech is hotter than the weather in Alabama. And we’re talking

You wouldn’t think about operating your business without the protection of liability insurance. So, why would you operate your business without an electrical preventive maintenance (EPM) program to promote fire and electrical safety? It is nothing more than insurance protecting you against the costs caused by electrical breakdowns, and limit

It’s easy to ignore until it damages your home to the tune of hundreds or thousands of dollars. It’s your plumbing system. Just like your HVAC systems, your plumbing requires regular inspections and maintenance by a licensed and qualified plumber. Dixie Electric, Plumbing & Air offers complete plumbing services including,

Congratulations to all the graduates who are walking down the aisle this spring. Now comes the tough part—turning that diploma into a career and finding a job to give you a comfortable future. This is where Dixie Electric, Plumbing & Air comes in. Our industries have the help wanted signs

It has happened again. A day enjoying an Alabama lake has ended in tragedy. Two women are dead. Their deaths blamed on Electric Shock Drowning, or ESD. The bodies of 2 lawyers were found in Lake Tuscaloosa this spring, almost exactly 1 year after a 15-year-old girl died the same

Did you ever think you would see the day when thieves would target Freon™? That’s how crazy this whole R-22 refrigerant story is getting. Crooks recently stole more than $20,000 worth of what some refer to as R-22 Freon from a supply company in Tennessee. Dixie Electric, Plumbing & Air

May means Mother’s Day AND National Electrical Safety Month. Dixie Electric, Plumbing & Air wants to use this opportunity to make sure your home is safe for Mom and the entire family every month—not just safety month. Do you use night lights? As part of this safety awareness month, make

It’s common knowledge that bacteria are a bad thing, right? Well, you may want to think again. Not all bacteria are bad and Dixie can prove it. In fact, the right type of bacteria can help unclog a pesky drain – making your life a whole lot easier and cleaner.

You begin with, “Honey, it’s cold in my office. Turn the heat up before my fingers turn blue.” The husband responds, “I don’t know what you’re talking about! I’m in the family room watching the game and I’ve already stripped down to my boxers and T-shirt and I’m still sweating.”