If you’ve even blown a fuse or flipped a circuit breaker, it’s possible that you exceeded the electric load that your home can handle. While this scenario is not common in newer homes, old homes often do not supply enough power to satisfy modern devices. Determining if your home needs an upgrade requires calculating how …
Homes built in the 1950’s and earlier didn’t account for how many electrical devices homeowners now regularly use. In older homes, it’s commonplace to see extension cords and additional surge protectors in every room. While these devices are a good temporary fix, extensions cords are not intended for permanent use. To add to the convenience …
Older homes come with their own charms and dangers. As electrical systems have progressed over the past few decades, some older homes don’t comply with new regulations. This doesn’t mean that you are necessarily violating the electrical code. But, in older homes, it can be easier to violate codes because information isn’t as readily accessible. …
When an electrical problem arises, often people ask “can I fix it myself?” With the amount of information available on the internet, it’s tempting for home and business owners to fix their own problems rather than spend money on an electrician. The answer is available in YouTube video somewhere. However, in some cases, do-it-yourself electrical …
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Most of us have experienced the lights suddenly going out. We’re ironing the laundry while toasting bread and heating up soup in the microwave. Then, suddenly, the lights go out. The toast remains bread and the iron cools down. What happened? In many cases, the home tripped a circuit breaker or blew a fuse. This …
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Many people have heard the old adage, “turn it off when you’re not using it.” The advice is generally good. A device that is in standby mode every day for years can add a few dollars to the electrical bill. However, some devices have gotten a bad reputation for sucking power. Yet, new regulations demand …
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BRAY – 2014 Winter Newsletter
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