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Aluminum Wiring
A customer in Shoreline contacted us recently about some issues in a four-unit apartment building she owns. One of the units had some flickering lights, and the tenant heard a crackling noise at one of the outlets. We sent an electrician immediately and he found that the aluminum wiring had overheated. This type of wiring…
Read MoreRecessed Lights
Thinking of adding more lighting to your home, or updating existing lighting? Recessed lights may be the perfect option! Modern LED recessed lighting products are energy efficient, and they work well for ambient lighting or task lighting needs. We even have options for “canless” lights that can be installed virtually anywhere, even where there’s no…
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The Truth About Arc Fault Circuit Breakers:
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Informative Video explaining the Advantages of Upgrading Your Baseboard Heater to an In Wall Fan Heater
This is an important and informative video demonstrating how to turn off your home power during repairs or in an emergency.
Tripped Breaker, and What to Do About It
We’ve all been there…you have a tripped circuit breaker and you’re not sure why it tripped or what to do about it. Sometimes breakers trip because you’re using too many things on the circuit at once. But other times they trip because there’s an issue like an incomplete connection or a wire making contact with…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Home Electrical System for Realtors, Home Inspectors, and Homeowners – Lesson 1: The Electrical Service
The electrical service for a home is analogous to the motor of a car. It provides the power to drive the home’s electrical usage — from the refrigerator to the lights — just like a car’s motor provides power to the wheels. Both consume energy and provide us with modern comforts or transportation. The Electrical Service…
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