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It is summer time, and that’s the time when we can see some inclement weather resulting in outages. It is no wonder that this is the time when many people consider purchasing a generator in order to secure an alternate power source for such...

An electrical panel or circuit breaker panel is where electrical currents from the grid are divided into circuits throughout the house. The panel prevents overloads by temporarily shutting off and tripping a breaker. If circuit breakers keep...

If you have an outdated electrical panel or still have a fuse box, then installing a new electrical panel makes sense. But you shouldn't do it yourself. The electrical panel is where electricity from the grid is divided up to various circuits in...

There are many issues that can go wrong with a home electrical system. In order to keep you and your family safe, you should have a plan of action if you encounter any serious problems. For example, if there is an electrical fire, make sure you put...

If you're a homeowner, it may not be the best idea to perform electrical improvements by yourself. For one, many local governments require electrical wiring to be up to the city's code, which most homeowners do not understand or even have a license...

Many homeowners worry if they hear buzzing sound coming from their home electrical systems. While most electrical appliances make some noise, it's typically inaudible. Most of the time, these electrical noises are not a huge cause for concern....

During the summer, electrical bills begin to increase due to air conditioning systems turning on and working hard to keep the heat away. There are several tips that can help you control high electrical bills. For instance, leave the air conditioner...

There are a few different electrical troubles that make it mandatory to hire an electrician. One of these issues is that you are smelling acrid odors from your outlets or switches. This typically means that your fixture needs to be replaced and if...

There are many common questions that get asked about upgrading an electrical panel. One of the mostcommon ones is how often should you upgrade your panel. The typical recommendation is once every ten years but you also need to pay attention to...

Electricity wants to "ground," that is, it wants to remove negative energy so as to become balanced. In a home, neutral wires are used for grounding. In an outlet, one side is "hot" and the other side is neutral. If something goes wrong with the...