An electric panel is often referred to as a breaker box, and it’s the metal box where all your home’s circuits are stored. If it’s labeled, and it should be, you’ll see placards next to each label stating what it controls. Knowing where your electric panel is and what it does is essential for the…
Have you ever found yourself fumbling through a dark room to flip your circuit breaker and restore your electricity? Then you likely already know where it is located. But what else should you know about this important part of your home’s electrical system? And how can you, with the help of an electrician, make sure…
Everywhere you look—at home, in your office, or out and about town—our society relies on electronics to perform even the most mundane tasks. Electrical equipment and devices are a staple of 21st-century life, but that doesn’t mean they come without hazards. Electricity can be dangerous, and it’s important to ensure that your home or property…
Dealing with blown fuses in your Sarasota, Florida, home is never a fun experience, but it’s something that impacts many homeowners in the area. It’s especially common among those with older homes since the wiring may not be able to handle the increased electrical demands. If you’re struggling with persistent blown fuses, an electrical panel…
Your home’s electrical panel should last for decades, but it won’t last forever. Here’s what you need to know about when to repair and when to replace your Charlotte home’s electrical panel. Indoor Lights Frequently Dim or Flicker Your home’s lights should dim only when connected to a dimmer switch. Any other instances of dimming…
As electricity flows through the wiring in your house, circuit breakers serve as critical safety devices that prevent overloads. When too many amps of electricity are pulled into a circuit, both damage and danger result. Wiring can overheat and melt insulation, causing a fire. A circuit breaker is a more modern, reusable version of a fuse. The breaker…