FAQ

  • Ceiling Fans

    • Which way should my ceiling fan spin?

      A ceiling fan essentially has two functions. It can push air down or draw air up. By setting a ceiling fan to run clockwise in the winter, warm air that rises to the ceiling is pushed down. The motion sets up an updraft that pulls cool air upwards, forcing warm air down along the walls to the floor, closer to where people are.

  • General Electrical

    • Why is my electric power bill so high?
      One of the ways you can detect electrical problems is by keeping track of your monthly electric bill. Utility companies don’t usually raise prices suddenly and dramatically. Water heater problems, particularly with those heated electrically, can cause your electric power bill to go up. There can be a leak in your hot water pipe. Damage to the dip-tube, which sends cold water to the bottom, may raise your bill since the water heater will work harder to meet demand.
    • How can I keep children safe from electrical injuries?
      Children are highly susceptible to electric shock. Their curiosity contributes to this risk, exacerbated by a tenacity for sticking objects into electrical outlets, playing near electrical wiring, and putting electronic devices in their mouths. About 2,400 kids are treated in emergency rooms every year after an electrical shock, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

  • Outlets & Switches

    • Why is my dimmer switch hot?

      Dimmer switches use more electricity inside the switch so it’s normal they are warm or a little hot. Any switch, however, that is over 130 degrees Fahrenheit should be replaced.

    • Why are my outlets not working?

      Outlets can stop working because they are on a switch, they are simply broken, the wiring is bad, or the breaker has tripped.

      You should test the breaker and other bedroom switches first, and then try replacing the outlet. Furthermore, understand that outlets are typically on a circuit. Therefore, if a circuit is interrupted before any outlets, all of the other outlets/power down the circuit will stop operating.

  • Lighting

    • Why are my lights flickering?

      If your lights are not LED bulbs, this can be because they have a loose connection somewhere. Either from the socket, in the panel, or in the wiring.

      If you do have LED bulbs and your lights are flickering, this is mostly due to the bulbs themselves. I would recommend a replacement. A lot of times brand new homes have LED bulbs that flicker because they are cheaper bulbs.

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