It’s usually pretty obvious when something isn’t working correctly. A light might be dim or flickering, or a socket might stop working. However, electrical problems come in all sizes, and there are some signs that you might not recognize as meaning that your wiring needs work. Here are some of the most common electrical problems …
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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 …
With the advent of tiny homes and portable solar arrays, more people are opting to go “off-grid.” In many cases, these people have no ties to the grid. The entire energy source for their home is the solar array mounted on the roof. For some people, an off the grid system meets a personal desire …
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When your clothes dryer starts to deteriorate, it’s pretty obvious. Your clothes are not dried properly or the mechanism stops spinning. However, when your home wiring begins to deteriorate, it’s not immediately obvious. The wiring is hidden behind the walls for safety and convenience. It’s not easy to inspect or troubleshoot. Instead, homeowners can keep …
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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 …
When you look at your electric bill, you expect to see lower costs associated with lower electricity usage. Unfortunately, this expectation is not always true. The bills should show two costs: the fixed cost associated delivering electricity and a cost per kilowatt. As homeowners and business owners upgrade to high efficiency light bulbs and better …
One home improvement that can increase the value of a home is a separate laundry room. Many potential home buyers have listed a separate laundry room as “must-have.” If your washer and dryer are currently located in a dingy basement, it may also be more convenient to relocate the appliances. Other than the cost of …
Did you know that those thin plastic outlet cover plates are actually a safety device? When the cover plates are broken or removed, some wires are exposed. Even though plugging in a device is typically 100% safe, exposed wires can pose a danger. Cover plates hide these wires so that you can’t accidentally touch them. …
It can be exciting to update a room with new lighting fixtures and electrical outlets. There are a variety of options, including recessed lighting and floor lighting. Plus, updating an older home allows you to put electrical outlets where you’ll use them. A lighting and electrical system update can make a room feel more modern …
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. …
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