Electrical Services
Flickering Lights, is this normal?
Flickering Lights: Is This Normal? By Tim Jackson | Oct 08, 2012 Our electrical systems are busy 24 hours a day, 7 days a week providing comfort, security and convenience in our day to day lives. This is also a system that we rarely think about. It’s not something you can hear, see, or smell…
Read MoreWhat’s That Green Wire For?
What’s The Green Wire For? By Kenny Jackson | Jun 22, 2012 One of the most common problems we find with electrical installations, whether it be a do it yourself renovation, or even new construction, is finding that the ground connection is not properly terminated to light fixtures, switches and outlets. They will work without…
Read MoreHOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM LIGHTNING DAMAGE
How to Protect Your Home From Lightning Damage By Tim Jackson | Mar 28, 2012 Spring is one of the most active seasons for lightning strikes and the damage that comes with them. Here in the Southeast United States, we live in the most active region for lightning strikes in North America and one of…
Read MoreSafe Usage of Electric Space Heaters
Safe Usage of Electric Space Heaters By Joey Heard | Feb 16, 2012 Safety Concerns with Space Heaters: Small space heaters are typically used when the main heating system is inadequate or when central heating is too costly to install or operate. In some cases, small space heaters can be less expensive to use if…
Read MoreReduce Electric Bills By Cleaning Up That Crawlspace!
Reduce Electric Bills By Cleaning Up That Crawlspace By Tim Jackson | Dec 29, 2011 We are proud to introduce our guest blogger, Buddy Wofford with AquaGuard Basement Systems. AquaGuard provides solutions to foundation repair and waterproofing needs. They are also the experts in basement and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation. Belco Electric works with AquaGuard…
Read MoreThree Prong Outlet Vs Four Prong Cord
Three Prong Outlet vs. Four Prong Cord By Tim Jackson | Nov 03, 2011 If you own a home that was built prior to the mid 90’s and have had to replace your electric clothes dryer or range, you have most likely run into the dilemma of how to plug a 4-prong cord into an…
Read MorePlasma TVs – Why they are still, and always will be, superior to LCD and LED TVs
Plasma TVs: Why They Are Still And Always Will Be Superior to LCD and LED TVs By Tim Jackson | Aug 05, 2011 I have followed electronics as a hobby since I was about 10 years old. Back then I was more into portable stereos (boom boxes) and home stereo systems. I loved looking at…
Read MoreWhat To Do When The Lights Go Out
What To Do When The Lights Go Out By Tim Jackson | Mar 16, 2011 The loss of electrical power in our homes and business is a fairly common, and sometimes a frequent event in our daily lives. Knowing what causes these power outages and subsequently how to correct them can make this nuisance a…
Read MoreWhy your Electrician Needs Insurance Before Doing Electrical Repairs
Why Your Electrician Needs Insurance Before Doing Electrical Repairs By Gordon Watts | Feb 24, 2011 We all make mistakes and accidents happen, so no matter how reliable the electrician or electrical contractor is, comprehensive and adequate insurance is a necessity. Checking for proper insurance may be more complicated than just asking your electrician if…
Read MoreHow to Change a Kitchen Range from Electric to Gas or Gas to Electric
How to Change a Kitchen Range From Electric to Gas or Gas to Electric By Tim Jackson | Feb 03, 2011 A frequent question we receive at Belco Electric is one concerning replacing a gas stove with an electric range or vice versa. Often people may be buying a new home and are in the…
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