Are You Smarter Than an Electric Meter?
“Smart” electric meters are electronic devices that track and record a customer’s electric use. Electric utilities have been replacing old, analog meters that are read manually once a month with new, digital smart meters that automatically capture information about electricity consumption and transmit it back to electric companies. Smart meters offer the following benefits [...]
If the Breaker Fits…It Still May Not Be the Right One!
Breakers…What’s the Difference? From time to time there may be a need to change a breaker or add one to your Atlanta home’s electrical panel. Most electrical devices, like switches, outlets and such, can be switched out with another brand without any problems. Breakers, however, are brand specific and require the exact replacement type [...]
Electrical Receptacle Spectacles
Receptacles are a convenient way to plug all types of appliances and lighting into to supply power. However, these convenient devices have their share of problems over the years. Your Atlanta electrical contractor can easily correct any of these problems and install new receptacles should the need exist. Here is a look at the many [...]
Don’t Blow a Fuse Over a Tripped Breaker!
If you have ever had a problem in your Atlanta home with a tripped breaker or a blown fuse that just left you confused on what to do next, don’t fret. The answer may be as simple as an overloaded circuit or a bad cord. Although you may feel resetting a breaker or replacing a [...]
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Purge the Surge in Atlanta
An electrical surge is the equivalent to all of a sudden having extra blood and it bursting through your body, damaging all of the sensitive veins and capillaries. You wouldn’t want your laptop or 40 inch plasma television to have to go through an ordeal like that would you? Unfortunately, without some kind of protection, [...]
