Welcome to mariaelectricals.com. In this article, you will learn how to wire a breaker box. Wiring a breaker panel is the work of a professional electrician, and never a DIY project. This is because the board serves as a hub where incoming power is distributed to the branch circuits in your house. Such work requires … Read more
The use of three wires to wire a 220V dryer outlet began in 1960s. These wires include two hot wires (black and red), and one wire that serves both as ground and neutral wire. The wiring system worked well and is still in use in many homes today. However, there is a greater risk of … Read more
Maybe you bought a 3 prong dryer but your home electrical system is 120V or you have a 3 prong electrical tool you want to use. You can still use the heavy appliances in your home by installing a 220V plug with 3 wires. A 3 prong 220-volt outlet wired to a 30 amp breaker … Read more
As an electrician or diy, it is important that you master the basics of wire sizing. This is to ensure maximum protection and safety of electrical appliances. A 60 amp breaker will require a 4 awg size wire for maximum protection. Using the wrong wire size, say 6 awg, may lead to poor conduction and … Read more
As a homeowner, you would have heard of ground faults. But do you know what it is and how to prevent the earth’s fault? Ground faults can be dangerous and can lead to electric shock and death. But with the right safety measures, you will be safe. This article will explain to you the bases … Read more
You may want to replace or install a new gfci outlet in your bathroom or kitchen. Wiring a gfci receptacle is an easy task for electricians and diy lovers with wiring experience. However, you must meet all safety standards and the national electrical code requirement to keep your bathroom safe. In this blog post, I … Read more
Circuit breakers and GFCI outlets are two safety devices designed to prevent electrical hazards in your homes. While they have some similarities, they serve different purposes and operate in different ways. Understanding the difference between gfci and a circuit breaker can help you choose the right safety switch for your electrical system. Ensuring the safety … Read more
A 15 amp breaker is used to protect light bulbs and small appliances from faulty electrical currents. They are common in bedrooms and living rooms, usually on a 15-amp circuit. 15 Amp circuit breakers protect smaller appliances from overcurrent and short circuits. If you want to install the device in your home, make sure you know … Read more
Though we all use electrical currents in our homes, we often forget it can cause power surge. Electrical surges can cause severe hazards, ranging from fire outbreaks to damage to electrical appliances. But when you know what causes the transient and how to prevent it, your home will be safe. In this article, we will … Read more
Each time you need to run an electrical load, you turn to your breaker box for help. These protective devices have been around since the invention of electricity. But while they might look like a no-brain device, understanding how they work and how to choose a compatible breaker for a rated load makes you a … Read more