An electrical whole home surge protector is an important device for any household, as it can help protect your expensive electronics from damage due to power outages or surges. In this blog post, we’ll explain what a whole home surge protector is, how it works, and why you should have one in your […]
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Have you ever gone to plug something in and noticed that your outlets aren’t working properly? It can be frustrating and puzzling to figure out what is causing the issue. In this blog post, we’ll look at some common reasons why outlets may not be functioning correctly, so you can take the necessary steps
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Looking to enhance your older home in 2023? Or maybe you are a new homeowner who is ready to start renovating your fixer-upper. Whatever category you may fall into, our EarlyBird team is here to help. Electrical upgrades can increase usability and functionality while ensuring your home meets electrical safety standards and increases the value
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If you’re looking to cut down on your energy costs and make your home more efficient, making electrical upgrades is a great place to start. Whether it’s a simple or more complex installation, electrical upgrades can save you BIG in the long run! Let our team of experts walk you through three upgrades that will
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The Short Answer The short answer is because the: Power surging from your electrical panel to wherever there is a draw on the power, like when you turn on a light or start up your vacuum cleaner, is greater than the circuit can bear, or the Hot wire becomes grounded, or the Breaker or fuse […]
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The Short Answer The short answer is because the electricity traveling in the circuit connected to that outlet is deficient, and the “button,” for safety reasons, popped out to stop the flow of electricity through the circuit, thereby preventing what could have been, a very bad situation, such as sparking or someone getting shocked. Your […]
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The beeping sound usually means it is time to change the batteries. But before you do anything, determine if your smoke detector is battery-only or hard wired. Remove the smoke detector from the ceiling by either sliding or twisting it off. If you see wires connected to the smoke alarm, then it is hard wired. […]
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Mendota Heights, MN: Reliant Electric is now doing business as EarlyBird Electric. EarlyBird is a locally-owned and operated electrical services company specializing in residential electrical services. Residents of the Twin Cities metro area can call on EarlyBird for help 24/7, and the company guarantees same-day service from a licensed, expert electrician. CEO, Owner and Master […]
Most of the time, flickering lights are not a big deal. Sometimes, however, they could indicate a major electrical problem. Let’s start with the easy stuff. You might have a loose or defective bulb This might seem obvious, but sometimes a problem is so easy to fix that you don’t think about it. Always remember […]
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Timely question. Today, electric vehicles are less like something from The Jetsons and more like just another car. Evidence? The U.S. had 1,972 public charging stations in 2011. We have over 16,500 in 2017 and more are coming. If electric vehicles are the future, the future is here. While there are more and more public […]
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