by gregglammon | May 26, 2021 | Electrician
Hiring an electrician costs about $75 per hour with average rates ranging from $50 to $100 per hour in the US for 2021, according to HomeAdvisor.com and other sources. The average cost to hire an electrician for small electrical jobs is about $342 with average prices...
by gregglammon | Oct 16, 2020 | Electrical Problems
There are different types of wiring, designed for both indoor and outdoor use as well as underground wiring. Some wires are resistant to heat as well as being corrosion proof. Wiring can be made from copper or aluminum and comes in many different sizes and ampacity...
by gregglammon | Jul 20, 2020 | Electrical Problems, Electrician in Albany NY, Electrician in Capital District NY, Electrician in Delmar NY, Electrician in Troy NY, Generators
Use heavy-duty, outdoor-rated extension cords. Make sure extension cords are free of cuts or tears and the plug has three prongs. Overloaded cords can cause fires or equipment damage. Turn off the power at the main circuit breaker before you connect any appliances to...
by gregglammon | May 17, 2020 | Electrical Problems, Electrician in Albany NY, Electrician in Capital District NY, Electrician in Delmar NY, Electrician in Troy NY
We have more devices plugged in in our homes than ever before and although modern electric grids are excellent, power surges are still common. Read on to learn more. Power Surges A power surge is an extremely quick spike of power in the electrical current of your...
by gregglammon | Mar 5, 2020 | Electrical Problems
Blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker is a relatively common issue, especially if you run many items off the electric supply at one time. If you overload a circuit, your system will cut off the electrical flow to prevent circuit damage or a fire. Follow these...
