DIY Guide to Finding Your Circuit Breaker

March 7, 2022 | Electrical

You’re probably somewhat familiar with the breaker panel in your home. This essential piece of safeguarding electronics is basically a big switch made up of smaller switches connected to every circuit in your home. But how do you go about finding a circuit breaker, specifically one that’s connected to a light, without turning each breaker […]

Beginner’s Guide to Installing a Bulb Socket

July 30, 2021 | Electrical

The bulb socket is an important component that provides the final electrical connection with the light bulb. Like all other electrical parts, the bulb socket is prone to wear over time. A poor connection can cause the socket to overheat or short out. If a light bulb in a particular socket needs to be replaced […]

Tips for Rewiring Your Whole House

March 6, 2021 | Electrical

House rewiring can be a highly disruptive process. The older your home and the more degraded the electrical wiring, the more complex the job may be. The work can be difficult to take on alone. In fact, it is extremely dangerous if you don’t have electrical experience. Benefits of Rewiring Your House A home rewiring […]

Ultimate Guide: Types of Electrical Outlets

February 26, 2021 | Electrical

If you’re like many homeowners, you may be surprised to know not all electrical outlets are the same. There are different power outlets designed to handle higher voltages than others. Each outlet comes with different characteristics to consider as well. Depending on its specifications, a particular outlet may be best suited for one room over […]

Electrical Panel Safety

June 12, 2013 | Electrical

The electrical panel is the heart of the home’s electrical system. Operating like a human body would operate, circuits and wires distribute and receive electricity throughout the home like veins and arteries would carry blood throughout the human body. Just as blood keeps the body alive, electricity keeps your home alive, and without a properly […]