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At Randy’s Electric, we are always looking for top-notch residential electricians to join our company and help us in our mission to be a blessing to our customers and to our community. We’re not looking for the best electricians, we’re looking for people who want to become the best. Do you know a Journeyman Electrician…
Read MoreWhen you think of power surges, what often comes to mind are lightning strikes, blown transformers, or downed power lines. Yet, these more dramatic external high-voltage surge events, though a risk, are a less likely threat to your home. In the rest of the blog, we’ll outline steps you can take to protect your home…
Read MoreThere’s a good chance that if your home has aluminum wiring, an inspector has brought it to your attention. Unfortunately, failing aluminum-wired connections seldom provide easily detected warning signs. Aluminum-wired connections and splices have been reported to fail and overheat without any prior indications or problems. Like many of the quirks and features of your…
Read MoreIt can be overwhelming to figure out what to do when your home or property has been damaged by wind, hail, or lightning. Here’s a good place to start: Document Damage Before clean-up begins, take photos and document all damage so you are prepared to talk with your insurance company. The damage may include broken…
Read MoreIf your home was built between 1950 and 1980, there’s a chance that you might have a Federal Pacific circuit breaker (also known as the FPE Stab-Lok breaker panels). Because of the cost and ease of installation, the Federal Pacific panel was widely adopted in suburban developments. If you have one of these panels, your…
Read MoreIf your home was built between 1880 and 1940, there’s a good chance it was originally outfitted with knob and tube wiring. Knob and tube wiring is a simple form of wiring that gets its name from the porcelain knobs and tubes used in the installation process. The wiring itself is simple copper wires wrapped…
Read MoreCords can be unsightly or even unsafe in high-traffic areas of the home. Unorganized electrical cords can make an area feel messy or cluttered while also creating safety hazards. Curious children may use a cord to pull down an electrical device and young pets may think the cord is something to chew on if it…
Read MoreWhat is Heat Tape? Heat Tape, also known as heat cables, heat wire, or roof de-icing are heated cables attached to your roof that are used to melt snow and minimize ice dam buildup. It is important to note that they do not get rid of the possibility of ice dams forming, but instead, melt…
Read MoreWhen the lights go out, it can send you into a panic. It can be even more stressful if you’re dealing with something more sinister, like smoke coming from your outlets. Knowing when you need to call for help is a skill every homeowner should learn. It can not only save you from some serious…
Read MoreDespite the many benefits of owning a home, homeownership comes with a slew of responsibilities, projects and issues that require attention. Many home issues, like gutters that need to be replaced or an air conditioner that needs a tune-up, don’t require immediate fixes. Although fixing them sooner rather than later would certainly help prevent complications…
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