Electricians Tips & Tricks

Today’s patios and decks are designed to be outdoor living space complete with maintenance free flooring, comfortable furniture and even a backyard fireplace. Electrical projects play a major role in creating an outdoor space that is highly functional and above all, safe. Leave the extension cords packed away until the holidays – all of your […]

No matter how well you take care of your home, the electrical system is going to be prone to wear and tear over time. Regularly testing and evaluating the various switches, receptacles and breakers in your home’s electrical system can prevent a dangerous situation from occurring later on. Begin by checking all appliance and extension

Electricity is a necessity in our modern world, but wasting power is not. In order to have a greener home and a cleaner planet each of us needs to take action. Start by considering your electrical system and finding out which areas in your home can be tweaked, changed and eliminated in order to save

Electricity is a powerful thing and the power supply in your home contains enough electrical current to be fatal. Because these dangers are present constantly you need to be careful when working on any of the electrical systems in your home. Even changing a light bulb should be done with certain precautions. And when you

As the weather warms up your family will spend more time outdoors playing in the backyard. Those precious moments will often stretch long past the sunset, making landscape lighting an essential feature on your patio and in the yard. Is your electrical system prepared for this additional load? And are there products available that will

Older homes often contain wiring and electrical services that do not meet current building codes. Many insurance companies refuse to cover residences that include these products, so an electrical upgrade becomes necessary. Homeowners need a qualified electrician for this extensive job, but there are several considerations they need to address beforehand, ensuring this project goes

Lighting upgrades add value to your home. Create a more spacious living area and workspace with recessed lighting in the family room, kitchen, office and basement. These low profile fixtures are affordable and fairly simple to install. Read through the following FAQs on recessed lighting for modern homes to get a better idea of how

Fuse panels are often found in older homes, and tend to be partnered with dated wiring, insulation and services. Switching from a fuse box to circuit breakers may provide a more reliable electrical system, but this upgrade shouldn’t be taken on without serious consideration. Do You Need to Upgrade? If you’ve recently moved into a

If your GFCI does not function as outlined above you should contact a licensed electrical contractor or electrician to check and fix the GFCI.