Basic Electrical How To
In this article we’re going to cover some electrical ‘how to’ pointers so that your wiring is easier to install and to ensure that it meets electrical codes. Read more…
Basic Electrical Safety
There are two areas where it perhaps might be better for the average homeowner to call a contractor rather than try doing things him/herself– not out of consideration of knowledge or ignorance but because of safety. Read more…
Basic Electrical Tools
Knowing how to perform minor electrical repairs can save you a lot of money over time. Having the proper electrical tools will make your electrical repairs easier and quicker. Here’s a list of basic electrical tools you should have in your tool box. Read more…
Basic Electrical Wiring for Small Homes
There are two main points to consider before beginning the basic electrical wiring for your small house: 1) Building codes for your region, and, 2) the interior design of your house in terms of appliances, lighting, and general uses. Read more…
Basic Home Electrical Wiring
Most do-it-yourself (DIY) home owners can perform home electrical wiring with a few basic tools and a DIY electrical guide book available at most home improvement outlets. Many people are afraid of doing their own electrical work, but I’d rather do electrical repairs than plumbing repairs. If you mess-up an electrical repair you don’t have electricity all over the floor. Read more…
Common Electrical Terms
To the novice homeowner, the language of an electrician may sound foreign, but with just a little study you can easily understand standard electrical terms and terminology. Read more…
Making the Most out of your Electrical Panel
The electrical panel is the central component of your house’s electrical system. It is similar to the house’s electrical brain, except that it doesn’t think. The electrical panel distributes the electricity throughout the house and contains the circuit breakers which protect your house from electrical overloads and possible electrical fires. Read more…
Types of Circuit Breakers
Electrical circuit breakers work as safety devices to protect your home from electrical overloads and possible fires. The circuit breakers live inside your electrical panel, and every electrical circuit originates and ends at a circuit breaker. Read more…
Whole House Surge Protection
The short answer is that it is not only possible but it is (for an electrician) a modest installation project. The cost of course is another matter. The meter based unit runs about $300 and must be installed by the power company. Read more…