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
How Do Smoke Detectors Work?
There are two main types of smoke detectors: photoelectric and ionization. Both of these smoke detectors work by constantly running an ongoing, automatic process. These processes are designed so that smoke will interrupt them. When the detector senses that smoke has interrupted their usual process,
How Do Service Masts Get Damaged?
Service masts are usually damaged during storms. Storms can rip out the connection at the service point, disconnect the service entrance conductors from the service panel, or simply fry and mangle the wires at any point along the system. Generally, you’ll have to replace service mast components that
What is a Surge Protector?
A surge protector is an appliance that protects electrical devices from the voltage spikes power surges create. Even small power surges can inflict damage on your electrical fixtures over time. Installing a surge protector is an easy and relatively inexpensive way to keep your electronic devices
Why are the Lights in My House Flickering?
Flickering lights in your home can be a sign of an issue with the lights themselves or with the electrical system as a whole. They could happen because of changes in voltage, loose connections, the wrong type of lightbulb, and more. Just because the lights are flickering in your home doesn’t
What are Nest Learning Thermostats?
A Nest Thermostat is a programmable, electronic, Wi-Fi-enabled thermostat. This smart thermostat optimizes the heating and cooling of your house to conserve energy and will even go into power-saving mode when it detects you’re not home. Remember when smart houses were a thing of the future?
COVID-19 Update: EarlyBird will remain open 24/7.
At EarlyBird Electric, the health and safety of our customers and employees is our top priority. Since some of the electrical services we provide can be mission-critical, we will continue to remain open 24/7. Hear our segment on MyTalk. We are an essential business open 24/7 for
Do I Need a New Smoke Alarm?
If your smoke alarm has been around for over 10 years, is overly sensitive, or continues to beep even after the batteries have been changed, it’s time to replace the device. Staying up to date with your smoke alarms is crucial in keeping your home safe. When your smoke detector beeps, that