Does a Washing Machine Need a Dedicated Circuit? Dedicated circuits are required for some appliances in your home, like your oven or air conditioner. But does a washing machine need its own circuit? According to most building codes, the answer is yes. A washing machine circuit is typically a 20-amp circuit served by a 10-gauge…
5 Benefits of Having Motion Sensor Lights Have you ever walked into a dark room and fumbled around for the light switch? It’s not a very fun experience. In fact, it can be quite dangerous if you’re trying to walk around in the dark. That’s why motion sensor lights are such a great asset. They…
Track Lighting For Your Home Track lighting is a great way to add light to any room in your home. It can be used to highlight artwork or furniture, or simply to brighten up the space. There are many different types of track lighting available, so you can find the perfect one for your needs.…
Under-Cabinet lighting If you’re looking for a way to improve the look and feel of your home, under-cabinet lighting may be the solution you’ve been searching for. This type of lighting can add a touch of elegance to any room and make it more inviting. It can also be helpful in terms of functionality, making…
Overloaded Outlet Do you think you may have an overloaded outlet? Well, I’m sure you’re probably familiar with the saying, “you can’t have too much of a good thing.” However, this definitely isn’t the case when it comes to electrical outlets. If you have too many appliances plugged into one outlet, you run the risk…
Light Fixture Not Working There are few things more frustrating than flipping on a light switch and have a light fixture not working. If you’re dealing with this issue, don’t worry – you’re not alone. In fact, there are a number of common reasons why your light fixtures might not be working. In this blog…
How to Test a GFCI Outlet A common question we get is how to test a GFCI outlet. A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlet is a life-saving device that helps protect people from electrical shock. These outlets are found in bathrooms, kitchens, garages, and other areas where water and electricity may come into contact.…
Partial Power Outage in House No Breaker Tripped Have you ever been going about your day only to find out that part of your house doesn’t have power? We have received many phone calls throughout the years where the customer says they have a partial power outage in their house but no breaker has been…
Blue Spark When Plugging In Have you ever seen a blue spark when plugging something into an outlet? If so, you’re not alone. This is a common occurrence that happens when there is a difference in voltage between the object being plugged in and the outlet. In this blog post, we will explain what causes…
Hot Tub Wiring Mistakes If you’re like most people, you probably enjoy spending time in your hot tub. Nothing feels better than relaxing in a warm pool of water after a long day. However, if you’re not careful, you could end up making some costly mistakes when wiring your hot tub. In this blog post,…