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Do you feel stuck in your current journeyman electrician job? After you get your journeyman electrician’s license, it can be hard to know what to aim for next. Working commercial or industrial installation jobs can be monotonous, and there isn’t much room for advancement or training. Starting your own business is expensive and risky–plus, you […]

Your home’s wiring will probably tell you when you need to seriously consider rewiring. If you have persistent, pervasive problems with your electricity throughout your home, rather than just in one room or another, then your whole wiring system may be struggling to keep up with your demands. There are quite a few warning signs […]

A home electric panel typically last 25-40 years but today’s increased power use may mean your panel is working beyond its intended capacity. If you own an older home with a fuse box or have circuit breakers with outdated amperage, it may be time to consider electric panel replacement. There are many signs your home’s […]

If you’re considering a new water heater for your home, a tankless model could save you cold cash and cold showers. Choosing the best tankless water heater means weighing the costs of the heater, the installation, and your utilities against your home’s demand for hot water. Since choosing the best water heater can make such […]

Are lights in your home dimming? Are the outlets buzzing? You may have an overloaded circuit. This can happen when too much current passes through your home’s electrical wires.  In this article, we’ll break down what causes an electric overload to occur, its warning signs, how to fix and prevent an overload, and when to […]

Wondering how you can use less electricity to save more money on your monthly utility bills? There are numerous ways to reduce energy consumption. In this article we’ll share a few simple tips that you can start doing right now. 5 Energy Saving Solutions 1) Shut Down Your Computer at Night Did you know that […]

The key role of a licensed electrician is to ensure your electrical system is both safe and functional. But electricians do a lot more than fix your power when it goes out.  In fact, a licensed electrician can help with all kinds of different projects, including: Installing New Lighting Fixtures  A professional electrician will do […]

You’d be surprised by how many homes have electrical wires that aren’t up to code. Some of these wires are simply too old or made from outdated material. Others may be damaged or worn out—making them dangerous. Of course, it’s difficult to tell whether wires are up to code just by looking at them. That’s […]

Over a century ago, Men Without Hats topped the music charts with their hit song “Safety Dance.” One line goes as follows: “And I can act like an imbecile.” Sure, you can act like an imbecile when you dance. But if you don’t follow certain safety rules when you’re working with electricity, you could lose […]