Most homeowners do not think much about their electrical outlets until they need to plug in a new appliance. Then they discover that some outlets…
Read MoreBuying a house? That’s so exciting! But it can come along with some major stressors and feelings of being overwhelmed if you’re not careful. You’ve put hours and hours into searching for the perfect home with the perfect property in the perfect neighborhood, but did you remember to schedule an electrical inspection before you made…
Read MoreWhether it’s safe to unscrew a light bulb in your home depends on whether the light bulb is broken and whether there’s power running to it. When bulbs aren’t broken, changing them is probably one of the simplest, safest electrical tasks homeowners can take on. When light bulbs are broken, you’ll need to take some…
Read MoreRemember the good old days when every two pronged plug was the same shape? Every outlet looked the same – two slots that had been painted over dozens of times. Well, times have changed and modern technology has thrown many of us into a state of confusion with the inception of USB outlets in our…
Read MoreContrary to popular belief, extension cords could actually be causing more harm than good. If you do not take precautions with your homes electrical system, the end result could be serious injury or even death. A few simple steps can be taken to maintain your homes electrical system and eliminate the threat of serious problems:…
Read MoreYour carbon monoxide (CO) detector can literally be a lifesaver. It can also drive you crazy at times—especially when it’s making constant noise and you don’t know what that noise means! To help you understand what carbon monoxide warning sounds are—and when they’re alerting you to a potential emergency, check out our helpful guide to…
Read MoreEver walk across a carpeted room, grab the door knob to open up the door and get shocked as soon as you touched the handle? That my friend, is a result of static electricity and although the resulting shocks aren’t necessarily dangerous, they can be quite startling. Today is National Static Electricity Day and we’re…
Read MoreWhat’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a power surge? Chances are, you’re thinking of things like a severe thunderstorm or lightning or a combination of the two. But did you know that a power surge can actually originate inside your home? In fact, the main source of more than…
Read MorePicture this: it’s raining cats and dogs outside. Thunder is roaring and you see flashes of lightning every couple of seconds. Then, the power goes out and you’re left in the dark. And when it comes back on, you go to turn on your TV to gather information about the storm, but it won’t turn…
Read MoreIf you’re not an electrician, you probably haven’t given much thought to the electrical panel in your home. You probably know that it’s where electricity enters your home from the big wires outside and that it’s where you need to go when you “blow a fuse.” We’re going to take a guess, however, that you…
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