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How To Tell if Your Home’s Wiring Needs Replacement

April 20, 2023

Of all of your home’s major infrastructure systems, its electrical wiring is among the most critical. Many of the things you depend on in your… View Article

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Your Guide to Visiting Palm Springs, CA

March 16, 2023

Located in the Sonoran Desert, Palm Springs is a Southern California city with a lot to offer. If you are visiting the area, there are… View Article

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Power Surges: Understanding Them and Their Impact on Light Bulbs

February 14, 2023

A power surge is an unexpected, sometimes dangerous, increase in electrical current that can cause significant damage to your appliances and light fixtures. Understanding what… View Article

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How the National Electrical Code (NEC) Is Changing in 2023

January 20, 2023

Every three years, the National Electrical Code (NEC) is updated to maintain the safe installation of electrical equipment and wiring. Electricians and other contractors are… View Article

The Reason Your Smoke Detector Keeps Beeping

December 14, 2022

Are you struggling with a smoke detector that randomly goes off? If you don’t see any signs of a fire, it can be tempting to… View Article

Electrician working on a residential electrical panel, inspecting wiring and fuses, emphasizing electrical maintenance and repair services relevant to fuse issues in homes.

Reasons a Fuse Can Blow

November 18, 2022

Most Coachella Valley homes constructed after 1965, as well as those built before that date that have updated electrical services, use circuit breakers to protect… View Article

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Can I Save on Electricity Costs by Upgrading My Old Appliances?

October 11, 2022

If you’re like most people, you’re probably constantly searching for ways to lower your monthly bills. In California, the average family pays nearly $300 a… View Article

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Is Charging Your EV Every Night a Bad Idea?

September 20, 2022

Having an electric vehicle or EV allows you to be able to drive around without using gas, meaning that you can reduce your carbon footprint… View Article

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What is The Difference Between a Watt And An Amp

August 16, 2022

For the average homeowner, electrical installation and repair can seem a bit confusing. For example, measuring units of electricity and what those measurements actually mean…. View Article

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Plug These 10 Types of Items Into a Surge Protector

July 19, 2022

Rolling blackouts, brownouts, and thunderstorms can all lead to dangerous power surges and fluctuations in Palm Springs, CA. All of your home’s appliances, gadgets, and… View Article

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