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Required and Recommended Smoke Detector Locations
Required and Recommended Smoke Detector Locations According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), about 96% of U.S. homes have smoke alarms. But in roughly 20% of them, these alarms are non-operational. It also estimates that if all homes had working smoke detectors, about 1,100 lives could
How to Test Recessed Lighting
How to Test Recessed Lighting Recessed lighting works in any room and with just about any type of décor. It’s a reliable option to have in your home, although issues can occur. If your recessed lighting isn’t working properly, there are ways to troubleshoot the situation to determine what
What to Do If an Electrical Switch Is Not Working
What to Do If an Electrical Switch Is Not Working Electrical switches are found throughout your home to control light fixtures, receptacles, and appliances. They’re used many times per day. Therefore, it’s not uncommon to have, for example, light switch problems. If the switch doesn’t turn the light/appliance on,
18 Essential Electrician Tools
18 Essential Electrician Tools Electricians rely on a variety of tools to perform their daily work. These include hand tools, power tools, and specialty tools, some with unique features such as insulated handles, precision cutting, and the ability to measure current at a specific location. Here is a list
How to Find an Electrical Wire in a Wall
How to Find an Electrical Wire in a Wall If you’re looking for an electrical wire in a wall, you’re likely doing repairs or an update on your home. Congratulations! Tackling DIY home improvements can be a rewarding experience when it’s done right. But, it can also come with
Does My Chandelier Need Re-Wiring?
Does My Chandelier Need Re-Wiring? If you have an old chandelier, it may need to be re-wired. Here, we’ll look at how to know a fixture needs new wiring, and whether you’re better off calling an electrician. But re-wiring a chandelier doesn’t have to be that complicated. It can
Can Express Electric Replace a Recalled Electrical Panel Box?
Can Express Electric Replace a Recalled Electrical Panel Box? Express Electrical Services is relied upon across Southern California for electrical panel replacement. You may need a new panel after several decades. But in addition to age, a faulty panel, an undersized unit, or one that doesn’t meet capacity requirements
What Size Wire Do I Need for Home Wiring?
What Size Wire Do I Need for Home Wiring? Not sure what size wire your new circuit needs? Electricity is the flow of electrical charge used to provide homes with energy. When supplying power to your Southern California home, the electrical grid transforms electric energy into a lower voltage,
How to Choose Interior Lights for Your Home
How to Choose Interior Lights for Your Home The importance of interior lighting is often overlooked. How you choose and incorporate interior lights affects not only aesthetics but the functionality of your home and your well-being. Lighting quality has been scientifically proven to impact emotions, behavior, and productivity as