When comparing 110v with 220v wiring, you have to keep in mind that they both essentially do the same thing. That is, they produce power to operate electrical outlets. The equation is as follows: Power = Voltage x Current, with current measured in amps. When 220v wiring is used, less current is required than with…
Preparing for how to put out an electrical fire, even if you don’t have a fire extinguisher, could be the difference between a minor accident and a major catastrophe in your home. Put Your Safety First If an electrical fire is growing quickly and you’re not able to turn the electricity off, you need to…
There are over 25,000 electrical fires reported every single year in the United States. The most common causes of these are the mishandling of electrical devices. Here are a few tips to help minimize your risk at home: Never overburden an outlet We understand that these days, you have lots of appliances and electronic devices…
GFCIs are very useful in kitchens, bathrooms and other wet areas where there’s a concern about potential shorts in an outlet. If anything goes wrong in a protected outlet or circuit, the unit trips and is shut off until the reset button is pushed. Most of the time, this is exactly the sort of protection…
Today’s electric cars all come with a 120-volt charging cable that can charge the battery from a household socket if there are no other options. But sooner or later, most battery-electric car owners will want a 240-volt Level 2 charging station that can recharge the car as much as four times faster. Owners of plug-in…
There are many visual and functional signs that tell you it’s time to replace the electrical outlets in your home: Your outlets only have two-prongs All outlets that do not have three-prongs should be immediately replaced. Besides preventing you from plugging-in three-prong appliances, two-prong outlets are ungrounded. This presents a significant and dangerous shock risk…
It’s one of the scariest emergencies most of us can imagine: a house fire. Fortunately, the vast majority of house fires are caused by only a few common things, and there are steps you can take to help prevent them. Here are the four most common causes of house fires: Cooking Equipment Kitchen fires are…
It’s more important than ever to reduce the amount of energy we use to help curb the impact on our environment. With a few easy adjustments, you can make a big difference at home. Change Your Daily Habits Reducing energy consumption in your home can be as simple as turning off lights or appliances when…
Yes, tragic and catastrophic house fire IS a real concern, but that is not the only consideration in whether a project should be on a honey-do list or a call to us. There is a lot to be said about knowing how to do your own household repairs and learning and being proficient with the specifics of…
