Different Types of Circuit Breakers: Everything You Should Know
As one of the most important safety devices in your home, it pays to be knowledgeable about how your circuit breaker works. It’s also a good idea to know about the different types of circuit breakers you could install. Your home’s circuit breaker is an essential component of the safety...
Is It Legal to DIY Electrical Work in North Carolina?
There are many DIYers out there who stand unafraid to pick up their toolbox and go to town on general home repairs, but find themselves wary of electrical work. When it comes to electrical work, this is a completely normal reaction. DIY electrical work can be challenging and complicated. For...
An Overview of Knob and Tube Wiring
This article is a guest post supplied by ElectricalSchool.org. We thank them for their contribution. Knob and tube wiring was the standard for electrical wiring in homes built between the 1880s and 1940s. The system consists of copper wiring that passes through porcelain-protected tubes throughout holes drilled into support beams....
Homeowners Are Choosing Home Improvement Projects Over Moving
In the wake of the pandemic, many homeowners have found themselves becoming more aware of faults in their living space. After all, the longer that you’re inside, the more your home’s flaws will catch your eye. If you have found yourself noticing things about your home that you would change,...
Why You Need a Standby Generator This Summer
Summer, especially in North Carolina, is a time of intense heat. Add the uncomfortable humidity our area is known for into the mix and it’s a recipe for disaster. While having strong, reliable air conditioning will make life more comfortable, there will be times where it stops working if utility...
10 Common Electrical Problems You Should Know About
Your home is the place you should feel the safest and most comfortable. Unfortunately, every homeowner will experience electrical problems at one point or another. While many of the most common electrical problems are relatively harmless, some pose a huge safety risk. In an effort to keep your home as...
Electrical Terminology You Need to Know For Your Home
Is it common for your electrician to use electrical jargon that you don’t understand? Or do you find it tough to explain the electrical problem you’re facing at home or at work? Worry not! This article is just for you. In this blog, we are going to help you understand...
How to Check For Bad Electrical Wiring
When it comes to electrical safety, there are few things as crucial as electrical wiring that conform to safety standards. Faulty electrical wiring can pose many serious risks such as increasing the risk of an electrical fire, arc faults, power surges, and other serious problems. In the most serious cases,...
5 Benefits of Installing a Dimmer Switch
Installing a dimmer switch in your home has its share of advantages. Dimmer switches are straightforward electrical devices used to control the brightness level of lighting. There are various reasons that homeowners decide to install a dimmer switch, ranging from the convenience of controlling their lighting to savings on...
How to Improve Productivity When Working From Home
In the last year, there’s been a huge transition to remote working. The pandemic has driven the majority of the American workforce to their homes on an everyday basis. What’s more, there’s been a lot of talk surrounding whether or not we can expect a “new normal” even after the...
How to Install an Outdoor Ceiling Fan Step-By-Step
When it comes to making a simple addition to your home that can provide comfort, aesthetic value, and additional lighting, installing an outdoor ceiling fan is a great move. An outdoor ceiling fan can provide relaxing breezes and lighting to outdoor living spaces that are exposed to the elements. At...
5 Questions to Ask Your Electrical Contractor
Are you in need of an electrical contractor in Raleigh, North Carolina? You deserve a knowledgeable and reputable electrician with the skills required for the job. Still, finding the best of the best can be a challenging task. In order to get the best electrical contractor for your electrical repair...
Rewiring Your Kitchen: The Ultimate Guide to Upgrading Your Kitchen
Is your home more than 40 years old? If so, it may be time to think about rewiring your kitchen. After all, there is a very good chance that your electrical wiring is no longer up to code. If that’s the case, you are probably feeling the effects primarily in...
Right Electrical Services Named One of 2021’s Best Raleigh Electricians
It’s a great day to work for Right Electrical Services, LLC! Our company has officially been named one of 2021’s Best Raleigh Electricians by Expertise.com. Expertise.com is a website that connects homeowners like you with reputable professionals for hire in your area. Expertise performs a proprietary research and selection process...
Which Appliances Use the Most Energy in Your Home?
Have you ever found yourself looking at your electric bill and thinking, “Wow, I wonder why it’s so high?”. If so, that question has probably been followed by another: which appliances use the most energy? After all, if you could pinpoint which of your electrical appliances demand the most energy,...