The electrical system is a vital part of your commercial building. A good electrical system is the foundation of many other systems, from HVAC equipment to the machines and appliances that workers use every day. If your commercial electrical system fails or has weaknesses, then many other systems within your commercial building will also fail, or be unreliable.
Between 1965 and 1973, aluminum became a common substitute for copper in household wiring. Aluminum was an attractive wiring material because it was far cheaper than copper, which had escalated sharply in price. Unfortunately, after a decade of use, electricians and other industry professionals began to see inherent weakness in the aluminum wires.
Using an extension cord should be simple, right?
It's not. There's a lot more to know about extension cords than you may realize. Decisions you make when using extension cords could impact your safety and the safety of others. Knowing which types of cords to use, under what conditions and when not to use an extension cord can help you take care of your property and avoid a potential disaster.
2023 is here, and with the new year comes a new opportunity to take care of your home's electrical system. Electrical maintenance can seem overwhelming, but if you divide the tasks and perform them over the course of a year, your job becomes more doable. In this article, we'll go over twelve months of electrical maintenance to perform in 2023.
The holidays are almost here. In town squares and living rooms, people are hanging twinkling lights and putting up Christmas trees. Electric candles are stationed in front windows, and inflatables are popping up in front yards everywhere. All of this decorating is one of the reasons that the holiday season is so special, but it can also make the holidays dangerous. Decorations that require electricity can cause fires, circuit overloads and electrical shock.
When there's electrical work to be done on your house or business, it's important to choose the best electrician in Dallas. Selecting the best rarely means choosing the cheapest or the one that's most willing to lower their price. The best electrician is the one that can do the work right, to get the job done correctly, effectively, the first time. The best electrician respects your time, money and is grateful for your business.
Finding the right electrician takes time and effort, but it's worth it. Once you've found a good electrician, you'll always have them to work with. Good electricians have a loyal following of good customers that tend to use them over and over. Their businesses stick around, so you only have to find them once.
Trick-or-treat! Halloween is coming. As a homeowner, you may not be afraid of spooky ghosts and goblins - but you might be scared of high electric bills.
Want to save money on your utilities? We can help with that. The following suggestions can help you save energy this fall and avoid big, scary utility costs.
Are you remodeling your kitchen? One of the most important elements of any kitchen remodel is the lighting installation. Kitchen lighting adds beauty and elegance to the space while also making it possible to cook those delicious meals that you love to make.
Whether you're remodeling your kitchen on your own or working with a team of qualified contractors, hire a qualified electrician to install your kitchen lighting. The professionals at Add-All Electric have decades of experience installing kitchen lighting. Here's what you need to know about choosing the right types of light fixtures for your kitchen.
Most home upgrades impact the electrical system in some way, and some remodels or improvements can only be performed if the electrical system is upgraded first. You're more likely to run into this problem if you live in an older home with an older electrical system, or if you're making a significant change to the size of your home.
Outdoor lighting is important for any home. In addition to making your home look lovely at night and improving your property's value, outdoor lighting also improves security and helps keep your family safe. Some homes lack proper outdoor lighting, but hiring a good electrician can help take care of that problem.
Do you want to save money on your home's electric bill? By taking proactive steps like installing a programmable or smart thermostat, by replacing your light bulbs with LEDs and by doing little things like washing all of your clothes in cold water, you can reduce your home's electricity consumption, thereby saving money.
The amount of electrical power that your home needs to function is measured in amps. If your electrical panel doesn't provide enough power to your home to run your many electrical devices, you may experience a variety of problems including tripping circuits, dimming lights and circuit overloads.
As homes age, their most important systems can start to go wrong - including the electrical system. A defective or faulty electrical system can be a scary (and dangerous!) problem. Short circuits, electrical arcing and circuit overload can all lead to house fires, injuries and worse.
Many years ago, about 800 people would die every year due to electric shock in the home. Today, that number has dropped to around 200. This improvement is largely due to the widespread use of GFCI outlets, a very familiar device that you probably have in your home. Initially, these life-saving devices were only used around the home's exterior.
As a prudent homeowner, you take pride in maintaining your house, keeping it tidy and in good repair. You may be accustomed to making small repairs and handling chores such as painting the walls or fixing some drywall. But for larger jobs, it’s important to be objective about whether you are really qualified to do them on your own or if professionals should be involved.
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