Surge protectors are utilized to protect you and your equipment from unexpected electrical surges. These surges often occur due to faulty wiring, restoration of power after a power outage, or lightning strikes. But can you plug a surge protector into…
Panel Recall: QO Plug-On Neutral Load Center
Schneider Electric/Square D recently sent out a recall notice for their QO Plug-On Neutral Load Center panels, citing the faulty installation of a wire binding screw within the unit. This screw could potentially not be appropriately tightened to the plug-on-neutral…
How often should hard-wired smoke detectors be replaced?
It’s a common bit of comedy – trying to find which chirping smoke alarm is waking you up at 3 a.m. Is it the bedroom, the hallway, or maybe the kitchen? And just when you think you have it narrowed…
Bad Circuit Breaker Symptoms: What Are Signs of a Defect?
So you’ve been asking yourself, “Self — what are the signs of a bad circuit breaker or a defective circuit breaker?” Great question! (And an important one, too.) If you have any of the following signs of a defective circuit…
Short Circuit Causes and Effects
With electricity, we’re able to keep our houses warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and power appliances, lights, and outlets through the house. If installed correctly, electrical wiring in the home is very dependable and safe. With proper…
What Causes Power Surges And How To Protect Your Electronics
Chances are you have surge protectors in your home, especially if you require multiple electrical devices to be plugged into a single electrical outlet. Maybe the protectors are cluttering the living room floor or stuck behind a desk or a…
How to Prevent Pool Electrocution
If you’ve been paying attention to news stories surrounding accidental pool electrocution instances and drownings, you may be rightly concerned about the safety of your community pool or perhaps the one in your own backyard. Human error is nearly always…
How To Safely Use A Generator During Power Outages
Generators can be a lifesaver (quite literally). Even for just keeping yourself entertained, having one helps you know that the next few hours or days of your power outage are going to be salvaged by having a backup generator as…
Electrical Hazards You Had No Idea About
Your home’s pretty safe, right? You don’t leave candles unattended, your security system is updated, and you don’t – ever – run with scissors. However, despite your best efforts, there may be electrical hazards lurking just below the surface. Unsure…
Common Electrical Installation Problems
Spring and summer are common home remodeling seasons. However, with big electrical remodeling projects come stressful mistakes that can cost you money, hassle, and even a dangerous electrical fire and subsequent damages. When contracting with a team to complete repairs…