Residential Electrical
Safe 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 MoreAttention: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issues update regarding Federal Pacific Electrical Panels!
Attention: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Issues Update Regarding Federal Pacific Electrical Panels By Kenny Jackson | Oct 14, 2011 Due to continuing pressure from engineering firms and others concerned with the safety of continued use of Federal Pacific Stab-Lok electrical panels, on February 18, 2011 the CPSC released a revised version of it’s original…
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 MoreWhen To Upgrade Your Electrical System to Current Code
When to Upgrade Your Electrical System to Current Code By Gordon Watts | Apr 20, 2011 The following is an excerpt from a recent complaint posted on a consumer reporting website by a homeowner regarding an electrician in Atlanta: He told me (the electrician) he couldn’t connect the pool pump unless he did all this…
Read MoreWhen Should You Replace Your Electrical Panel?
When Should You Replace Your Electrical Panel? By Kenny Jackson | Mar 23, 2011 If you have a Federal Pacific “Stab Lok” circuit breaker panel in your home you need to be aware of the frequent problems inherent with these panels. Even if you have been living in the same house for many years and…
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 MoreHow to Install a Ceiling Fan & 5 places Not to Install One
How to Install a Ceiling Fan & 5 Places Not to Install One By Gordon Watts | Mar 02, 2011 Installing a ceiling fan can vary from a very simple job that can be performed by a homeowner with basic handyman skills to one that is somewhat complex requiring the services of a qualified electrician.…
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…
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