FAQs

Electrical troubleshooting determines faults in an electric circuit by analyzing its behavior and operation. The defective component is then repaired.

Information Gathering. The first step to electrical troubleshooting is gathering as much information as possible about the malfunctioning fault or appliance.

Installing a standard light fixture can take 1-2 hours, but wiring a new site may take up to a full day. The time needed to install a fixture varies depending on its location and the difficulty running and connecting wires and switches.

On average, a standby generator can run up to 3,000 hours, powering a medium-sized home. However, you should not continuously run a generator for longer than 500 hours.

Flickering or dimming lights are among common electrical wiring problems. If you notice such symptoms when you turn on your lights or use other appliances, now is the time to upgrade your home’s wiring system.

A generator that can provide between 5,000 and 8,000 watts would be enough to power a typical house.

A power surge happens so fast that there’s usually not much you can do to prevent it from happening, at least the first time. Some indications of a power surge include a tripper circuit breaker or safety switch, sudden resetting, or device power loss.

Depending on the source, this can last anywhere from a few milliseconds to a few minutes.

A ceiling fan is a great way to improve airflow, but it has to be employed strategically to achieve the best results.

Copper traditionally combines several properties, making it preferred for most electrical wiring. It provides a good contact surface, is ductile (it can be repeatedly bent without breaking), is not very expensive, and is easy to manufacture.