You often hear around the holidays that you are going to want to get “the gift that keeps on giving” – luckily, it is as easy as calling your local Phoenix electrician! You will be so thankful for both yourself and your entire family that you took the necessary step to obtain an electrical inspection […]
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Typical Wiring Problems
By David M. Specht on September 4, 2014 in Home Electrical Inspections, Residential Electrical Service
Though there has been a large improvement in electrical technology over the past two decade, many homes still have antiquated electrical wiring. There is an increase of power-hungry gadgets that have entered the home, however the electrical wiring in many homes today strain to keep up with the electrical load causing potential fire hazards. Appliances […]
How to Determine Your Electrical Bill for Your New Home
Moving is one of the most stressful experiences one can go through. There are many unknowns and therefore, lots of unexpected expenses as you transition to your new home. In addition, your monthly utility bills can be unfamiliar, especially if you are upgrading to a larger home. Did you know that some utility companies can […]
Things a New Homeowner Should Do Immediately to Save Money (Part II)
In Part I of this series, we covered the first seven steps you can take to save money in your home. Below are the final seven steps, which can make a big difference in saving your money on your utility costs: Replace your air-handling filter: When you first move in, you usually need to replace […]
Things a New Homeowner Should Do Immediately to Save Money (Part I)
You’ve unloaded the boxes, unpacked most of your stuff, and are just starting to settle into your residence. Right now is the perfect time to walk through a checklist of ways to save money on your home. Starting on these things as early as possible will allow you to start saving money sooner rather than […]
Five Tips To Prevent Electrical Shock
Staying safe around electricity means specific steps need to be taken to prevent injury, or even death, from electrical shocks. According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) there is an estimated average of 60 electrocutions associated with consumer products every year. The three most common product categories associated with electrocutions are small appliance, power […]
Protect Yourself and Your Home Appliances During Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms may be frightening to both adults and children but there are steps you can take to remove the fear and learn to enjoy their sound and fury. In many cases, the sound of rain falling and the flashes of lightning and booms of thunder can be very relaxing. Even as relaxing as a thunderstorm […]
Home Electrical Safety Tips That Can Save Your Life
There are two items in your home electrical system that you need to check every month that can literally save your life. Do you know what they are? The first is your smoke alarm. Whether it’s powered by electricity or just by battery, you should perform the simple “button test” every month and you should […]