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A home inspection was just performed on your house and a list of electrical problems was created.  Or maybe you are tired of the electrical system in your house acting crazy – lights blinking, fan wobbling, outlets not working or tripping, electrical power going out………… the list goes on and on.   Here is a…

Florescent lights are inexpensive to purchase and install making them an appealing light source for homes, workshops, utility rooms, and storage rooms.  Installation of the light is simple since the fixture is lightweight and generally anchored with two molly bolts through gypsum drywall board.  The power source is also easy to connect to the light…

So, you have heard the term “GFCI receptacle” but do not know what it means.  First, the word “receptacle” is often interchanged with the word’s “outlet” or “plug”, but they all refer to the same electrical feature.  Second, GFCI stands for “Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt”.  Its purpose is to detect small impulses of change in…

Are you having any outdoor electrical problems? Do breakers trip or lights turn off when it rains? Does the power to your house go out during storm events? Frustrated? Who wouldn’t be! If you’re finding yourself in this situation, it’s time for an electrical inspection. Here are some things to consider. Caution: Electrical systems are…

Regardless of where you live, power outages are a common problem for homeowners. For homeowners along the Gulf Coast, hurricanes can leave communities without power for days while the electric companies try to restore power. When the power goes out, there are options that you can do ahead of time to keep your home running…