Over the years of my electrical work, both as a commercial and residential electrician, one question I always get is “why is my wall plug socket not working”? Well, a non-working wall socket can be a thing of concern, mostly if you want to power essential devices. There are several factors that can cause these… Continue reading Why Is My Wall Plug Socket Not Working? Top Causes and Easy Fixes
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How Long Does Electrical wiring Last in a House
As a homeowner, you might have asked how long does electrical wiring last in a house? The answer to this question depends on some factors, such as the type of wiring, installation quality, and environmental factors. A house wired with copper wires will last longer than one wired with aluminum or inferior wires. So with… Continue reading How Long Does Electrical wiring Last in a House
What size Breaker do I need for my Water Heater?
You may be new to electrical work but wish to install a water heater circuit breaker, or you want to replace a tripping breaker with a normal sized one. Installing a water heater breaker is easy, however, you must use the correct size of circuit breaker, normal gauge wire and also observe the national electric… Continue reading What size Breaker do I need for my Water Heater?
Why Is My Inverter Draining My Battery So Fast 7 Causes & Fixes
As the quest for steady power increases daily, many homeowners now use solar power as an alternative. Solar systems are a good source of electricity but sometimes have some issues, such as Inverter battery discharging quickly. If your inverter battery is dying faster than expected or drains fast, there is a way out. Rapid battery… Continue reading Why Is My Inverter Draining My Battery So Fast 7 Causes & Fixes
Three Main Types of Inverter Batteries for Your Home Solar System
If you have a solar system or an inverter battery backup in your home, you will agree with me that the performance of any power inverter depends on the quality of your solar battery. Inverter batteries come in different types and each type has a specific advantage over the other. This article will explore the… Continue reading Three Main Types of Inverter Batteries for Your Home Solar System
Electrical Fire: the Causes and How to Put It Off When It Occurs.
Electricity has become part of our daily lives and we all rely on it to power our home appliances, industrial machines, street lights and now electric motors. While it comes with lots of benefits, electricity can pose a serious fire risk if mishandled. This article will reveal what an electrical fire is, the causes and… Continue reading Electrical Fire: the Causes and How to Put It Off When It Occurs.
Why is my Outlet Sparking When I Plug in Appliance
As a homeowner, I know you sometimes witness an outlet spark when you plug in an appliance. While it is common and mostly harmless, it can be an early sign of electrical problems. This article will pinpoint the major causes of outlet sparking, and how to fix it. Read on for complete details. What is… Continue reading Why is my Outlet Sparking When I Plug in Appliance
Open Hot Outlet Explained! Causes and How to Fix the Circuit.
Every cable in an electrical system contains three wires, the hot, neutral and ground wire. These wires are responsible for the transmission of electricity, and protection against ground fault. When an outlet is labelled as an open hot outlet by an electrician or inspector, it means that the hot wire is disconnected. This article will explain… Continue reading Open Hot Outlet Explained! Causes and How to Fix the Circuit.
Physen Doorbell: How to Install and Pair the Bell Chime
While some people install video doorbells in their homes, others prefer non-video type like physen doorbells. If you are interested in buying a wireless, non-video doorbell that can withstand any cold or harsh weather, go for a physen wireless doorbell. What is a physen doorbell? A Physen doorbell is a wireless doorbell made by Physen… Continue reading Physen Doorbell: How to Install and Pair the Bell Chime
Motor Circuit Protector! What It Is and the Uses.
While we use circuit breakers to protect our homes from overload and short circuits, motor circuit protectors also do the same work on electrical motors. If you want to protect your machines from unexpected breakdown, make sure your motor protection circuit breaker is working well. What is a motor circuit protector? A motor circuit protector… Continue reading Motor Circuit Protector! What It Is and the Uses.