Should I Replace My Electrical Panel? If you’re a homeowner, you know that sometimes you need to fix things around the house. Plumbing wears out, air conditioners break, and furnaces need to be replaced every 15 to 20 years. The electrical panel, otherwise known as a circuit breaker, is no different. But how do you […]
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Top 5 Uses of LED Lighting
All About LED Lighting Those light-emitting diodes better known as LEDs are 90% more efficient at producing light than the incandescent light bulbs. How do they do that? LED lighting works by passing an electrical current through a microchip. As the current passes through the microchip, it illuminates the tiny LED light producing visible light. […]
What To Do In Power Outage Emergencies
What To Do In Power Outage Emergencies While power outages are relatively frequent, they can seem particularly frightening when they do happen. Whether power is out for a brief moment or the electricity is down for much longer, getting used to living with the lights off is indeed a challenge. So what to do in […]
Can I Add More Fuses to My Breaker Box?
How to add more fuses to my breaker box? So you’ve decided that you need power in other areas of your home, or that you would like to divide up the power sources for an existing room. Maybe you’ve built a home addition, such as a sun room or a spare bedroom. Or maybe your […]
Home Generator Safety Tips
Home Generator Safety Tips A home generator is an essential addition to the home that can make a real difference in the level of functioning in the event of a prolonged power outage. With the purchase of a generator, homeowners gain a sense of security and peace of mind from the knowledge that they can […]
Do GFCI Outlets Go Bad?
Do GFCI Outlets Go Bad? Since their introduction into the National Electrical Code (NEC), Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI outlets) outlet location requirements have expanded way beyond the initial recommendations, and now include practically every outlet on your property, in and out of the house. These life-saving devices have improved to the point where they […]
Space Heater Safety Tips
Central heating systems distribute warm air throughout a building, but some rooms may have cold spots or need additional heat. Space heaters can be a great way to augment heat, and they can also be the source of fires, shocks and injury. As winter drags on, many people will take their safety for granted, and […]
Top 10 Holiday Electrical Hazards
Home electrical safety may not be the most festive topic, but it’s an important consideration before pulling out the holiday decorations. Knowing what most common holiday electrical hazards are prevalent during the season can prevent unnecessary problems and help to keep your family safe. Here are the top 10 causes of electrical shock, fires, and […]
Electrical Home Safety Inspection for the Holidays
Keeping Your Home Safe with an Electrical Inspection The holidays are looming around the corner and that means a lot of time spent in the kitchen and a great time for an electrical inspection. It’s easy to get distracted by the stresses of stuffing the turkey and housing the in-laws and before you know it, […]
Electrical Trivia
How much do you know about the invisible energy that lights up the world? Check out the electrical trivia questions below and check your answers at the bottom of the page. Question #1: Which American company consumes the highest percentage of the world’s energy? General Motors ExxonMobil Google Dow Question #2: Halogen lamps should […]