We probably all know the frustration of a power outage. It’s a pretty common household annoyance, especially if you live in a rural area or an area with extreme weather, like much of Indiana. Sometimes power can go out in the whole house, only one room or only one outlet. Here are some steps you …
The day your lighting system is installed, Mother Nature starts attacking it. Water seeps into low quality fixtures and rots the sockets which causes wire corrosion. Insects can wriggle into fixtures and nest there if they’re not properly sealed — these tiny pests will even fill fixtures with so much dirt, it completely blocks the …
Failing to install a junction box is perhaps the biggest mistake homeowners make. A junction box can be also called an electrical box or connection box. These inexpensive devices protect electrical connections while containing sparks or heat should a short circuit occur. Installing a plastic or steel junction box adds a step when you are …
What is the difference between a 100 AMP electric panel and a 200 AMP electric panel? The physical difference between your average 100-amp panel and 200-amp panel is that your 200-amp panel will have more space available typically, which means you can fit more breakers into the panel and the panel will be able to …
You should schedule a panel tune-up if you have had water leaks in the vicinity of your panel. Or if you think there may be improper wiring or your panel is being under powered or crowded. Tripping and blowing fuses, or a poorly manufactured panel are other reasons to call us. These are all potentially …
If electrical problems are ongoing around your home, you should consider contacting a certified and licensed electrician. Safety around the home is important, so don’t leave anything to change. Call us to help diagnose any problems with your home electricity for peace of mind and safety assurance. CARMEL & Surrounding Area: 317-708-7000 OR CROWN …
There are a number of reasons your lights can be burning out too often: Wattage is too high Insulation is too close to the light Bad wiring on the circuit Bad wiring on the mains On a dimmer switch, too much total wattage on one switch If flickering there is probably a poor connection on …
The circuit breaker is an essential device in the modern world, and one of the most important safety mechanisms in your home. Whenever electrical wiring in a building has too much current flowing through it, these simple machines cut the power until somebody can fix the problem. Without circuit breakers (or the alternative, fuses), household electricity …
It’s essential to keep the electrical system within your home safe and functional, but when something goes wrong, you want to work with an expert for a safe and effective solution. However, with so many electricians to choose from such as https://scv-electrical.co.uk/, it can be hard to work out which electrical contractor you should choose …
If your ceiling fan is more prop than a functioning part of your battle against high energy bills, you’ve got a lot to look forward. The same holds true if you haven’t experienced the joy of owning and operating one or more ceiling fans. And yet, as with most things in life, not just any …