Plugz Electric Blog
7 SIGNS OF A CARBON MONOXIDE LEAK IN YOUR HOME
Carbon monoxide is one of the most dangerous hazards that can develop inside a home because you cannot see, smell, or taste it. A furnace, fireplace, water heater, generator, or…
CIRCUIT BREAKER KEEPS TRIPPING? HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
A circuit breaker that trips once may simply be responding to a temporary electrical overload. A breaker that keeps tripping is different. Repeated trips usually mean something on the circuit…
WHAT CAUSES FLICKERING LIGHTS? COMMON REASONS AND WHEN TO CALL AN ELECTRICIAN
A light that flickers once may not seem important. Maybe the bulb is getting old, or it was not screwed in tightly enough. When lights continue flickering, dim whenever an…
WHEN TO CALL AN EMERGENCY ELECTRICIAN: 24/7 WARNING SIGNS YOU SHOULDN'T IGNORE
Electrical problems rarely announce exactly how serious they are. A light may flicker once and never do it again. A breaker might trip because too many appliances are running at…
ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSPECTION: WHAT HOMEOWNERS NEED TO KNOW
Electricity works quietly behind the walls, which makes it easy to assume an electrical system is in good condition as long as the lights turn on and the outlets have…
HOME ELECTRICAL SAFETY: TOP TIPS FOR PREVENTING ACCIDENTS AND HAZARDS
One of the best ways to protect your Forest Lake, MN, home is by taking good care of your electrical system. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), between…
HOME EV CHARGER PRICING GUIDE
Like many people in the Twin Cities area, if you plan to purchase an EV in the next few years, good for you! You’re making a smart choice that’s good…
UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS OF GFCI OUTLETS AND THEIR LIFE-SAVING POTENTIAL
A lot of people wonder what a GFCI outlet is and how it differs from a regular outlet. It’s common to be curious about how it works and what the…
WHY YOU NEED AN ELECTRICIAN FOR PROPER INSTALLATION OF CEILING FANS: UNDERSTANDING THEIR IMPACT
Ceiling fans make a lasting impression on your home. They circulate air with an average power of 75 watts. Ceiling fan wattage use depends on the brand and size. A…
EXPLORING BENEFITS OF HAVING WHOLE-HOUSE POWER SURGE PROTECTION
Power surges pose a risk not only to your home but also to your family’s safety. Most people associate power surges with lightning. But did you know that 80% of…
GUIDE TO ALUMINUM WIRING FOR FOREST LAKE HOMEOWNERS
Due to its inherent hazards and related concerns, most experts don’t recommend using aluminum wiring. Many contractors even suggest replacing aluminum wiring with copper wires. This guide delves into the…
MAIN CONCERNS OF FEDERAL PACIFIC PANELS
How much do you know about Federal Pacific panels? If you live in Forest Lake and your house was constructed between the 1950s and the 1980s, you may have one…