There are many interesting things that you did not know about electricians. Below are many things you might not know: Most electricians do mechanical work as well In the skill trade workplace, electricians are expected to do a variety of jobs outside their area of expertise. This might include leveling and aligning motors, repairing pumps, …
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Helpful Tips for Three-Way Switch Installation and Wall Outlet Replacement
When it comes to replacing your electrical outlets by yourself, it can be challenging. The safest thing to do is to call an electrician when you are having any problems with your electrical system or when you have tried to fix something yourself and made a mistake. However, if you are a do-it-yourselfer, follow these …
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Tips for Organizing and Labeling Your Electrical Panel
Getting organized isn’t always easy, we know! However, organizing your electrical panel can help save you a lot of time and confusion. You will be able to control any room in your home or company with the flip of a switch! In order to label your electrical panel successfully, you need to know which areas …
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Residential Electrical Issues: How to Decide When to Call Smith Electric
No matter how handy you may be, there comes a point in any home, whether it be a remodel or expansion, where you should call in a professional. This is even truer in regard to safety-critical systems, such as the electrical system. You should not gamble with the safety of those who reside in the …
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Lighting Installation Tips
So, you’re looking to install new light fixtures? This is an exciting time to do household upgrades and this might include new outdoor lighting, modern hardware, or chandeliers. As always, our team is standing by to help you with your electrical projects, but for those do-it-yourself folks, or the ones who may be curious about …
7 Reasons Your Circuit Breaker Might Be Tripping
A circuit breaker is designed to ‘trip’ under circumstances when it’s overworked. This can be frustrating, and often you aren’t sure exactly what’s causing it. Here are seven reasons your circuit breaker might be tripping: 1. Faulty Wiring It’s highly recommended that an electrician review to see if faulty wiring could be the cause …
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Dead Outlet: Here’s What to Do
So, you’ve plugged in your MacBook charger and you’re ready to have a productive day of Netflix and coffee. Today turns out to not be that day. Your outlet seems to not be charging your MacBook and you are freaking out because you need to know if Meredith and Derek Shepard end up together or …
New Year’s Resolutions for Homeowners
You have been a homeowner for quite some time now and you have this owner thing down pat. You have been scrolling through Pinterest and have come across some home improvement ideas that will make your house look even more like a home. Start off the new year off right by going over this quick …
Outdoor Security Lighting: How to Design it Properly
Prior to departing your house for an evening out on the town or a weekend away, you likely hear your mother’s voice tell you, “Leave a light on, so ‘they’ think we’re home!” Mom was right. Outdoor lighting can be a nice way to add character to your front porch, but it also serves as …
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Would Your House Pass an Electrical Safety Inspection?
There are so many things we take for granted in our homes. We turn on the water and expect it to flow. If we use the hot water faucet, we even expect that water to be hot immediately. We know that when it rains, the roof is supposed to keep us dry. And, when we …
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