Frequently Asked Questions
You can be confident that your project will be done right the first time.
WHAT IS YOUR SERVICE AREA?
We are proud to be serving DFW Metroplex and surrounding areas. Addison, Allen, Balch Springs, Carrollton, Coppell, Dallas, Desoto, Duncanville, Farmers Branch, Flower Mound, Forney, Frisco, Garland, Grand Prairie, Greenville, Heath, Highland Park, Irving, Lancaster, Lewisville, Little Elm, McKinney, Mesquite, Murphy, Plano, Richardson, Rockwall, Rowlett, Royse City, Terrell, Wylie, Dallas Metroplex
WHEN IS IT TIME TO CALL AN ELECTRICIAN?
When you are resetting circuit breakers or changing fuses too often. When you turn on your air conditioner and the lights dim in the room. When your lights flicker or go on and off. When you can smell wiring burning. When you have six electronic devices going into one outlet in back of your electronics center. When you have receptacle outlets overburdened by multi-plug strips. When a three-prong plug needs a two-prong adapter. If you have to run extension cords to plug in electrical devices.
WHAT IS A "GFCI" (OR GFI) AND DO I NEED ONE?
GFCI stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter. There are several forms of GFCIs, with the most common being a GFCI outlet. Basically, GFCIs are intended to protect you from electrical shock when there is a change in resistance, like using an appliance in near water. Current electrical codes require GFCIs to be installed in certain areas of new homes such as basements, kitchens, and bathrooms. Your home will be safer with GFCIs in these areas.
I HAVE A SURGE PROTECTOR IN MY HOME. AM I TOTALY SAFE FROM A SURGE?
No. You are never completely protected from a surge or lightning surge. Nothing can guarantee how or when Mother Nature will strike but you can prepare your home or building in the right manner to reduce risk as much as possible.
HOW MUCH SHOULD I ATTEMPT ON MY OWN?
At the present time most states allow you to do whatever you want in your own home. But doing electrical work yourself is a gamble. How much are you willing to risk to save money. There is a reason why it takes so much training to become an electrician. Do not make a mistake by taking electricity lightly, even the smallest job is a safety hazard. Why take a chance. Get a professional to do this work.
Although in some states the homeowner can pull his own Electrical permit for work in his single family home, what the homeowner does not know is that in case of damage or fire caused by his work, his homeowners insurance will not pay. They will only pay if the work is done by a licensed Electrical Contractor. You should check with your homeowners Insurance Co., and they should sign a document or something to this effect to acknowledge this when they pull a permit.
The most dangerous time is when you think that it is simple to change one or two wires. Suddenly you are surrounded by a tangle of loose ends and cannot recall where they all go. Then you need a professional to come and sort it all out for you. This could end up costing you more than you thought you were saving when you began the project.
WHAT IS AN "AFCI"? IS IT DIFFERENT FROM A "GFCI"
As of January 2002, the National Electrical Code requires all homes that are not protected by GFCIs to have AFCIs. AFCI stands for Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter and they are designed to shut off in a fraction of a second if arcing develops. Arcing can be caused by loose wires or inadequate connections as well as other unseen electrical problems. There is a difference between AFCIs and GFCIs. AFCIs are intended to reduce the likelihood of fire caused by electrical arcing faults; whereas, GFCIs are for personnel protection and intended to reduce the likelihood of an electric shock hazard. Don’t misunderstand; GFCIs are still needed and save a lot of lives.
WHAT ARE SOME WAYS TO LOWER MY ELCTRIC BILL EVERY MONTH?
Dimmers are a great way to lower your electric bill because they use less power than conventional switches. LED light fixtures also use a smaller portion of electricity compared to traditional bulbs. Installing a programmable thermostat is also a money saving option because it allows you to adjust the temperature of your home based on your schedule. This way, you aren’t heating your home unnecessarily when you aren’t there. Solar panels can also be beneficial when combating rising electrical costs; they can even earn you a few bucks!
HOW DO I KNOW WHEN AN ELECTRICL OUTLET HAS BECOME UNSAFE OR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED?
There are a few ways to tell if your outlet has become unsafe. First, if the outlet can no longer snugly hold an electrical plug it should be replaced. An outlet is also unsafe if it is broken or chipped in any manner. Finally, any outlet that is warm to the touch is dangerous. If you are experiencing any of these conditions in your home, you should not use the outlet in question and call us for more information.
Get In Touch
Hours
Mon: 8am - 5pm
Tue: 8am - 5pm
Wed: 8am - 5pm
Thur: 8am - 5pm
Fri: 8am - 5pm
Sat: Appointment Only
Sun: Closed