Frequently Asked Questions

Homeowners or commercial property owners may not be able to identify the age of their wiring. It takes a trained electrician to determine the quality of your wiring and make necessary changes. Old wiring has a tendency to dry rot and can lead to multiple problems. It is best to get your home inspected if it was built several years ago.

When the electrical current that passes through a fuse exceeds the limit, it burns a hole in the thin strip of metal. This stops the flow of current and it means you have a blown a fuse. Fuses need to be replaced (not reset).

When the electrical current exceeds the limit through a circuit breaker, however, the breaker trip setting opens to stop the flow of current. Breakers are re-settable by flipping the handle on the face of the breaker.

If you notice a smell coming from your outlet or switch, there’s a good chance your receptacle could be damaged. Turn off the power immediately and call our home electrical service experts.

When you reach to your light switch to turn it off, only to find that it’s hot to the touch, you have a problem. This is not a normal phenomenon, and it indicates that there are serious issues hiding behind your walls. If you don’t get help right away, you could end up facing a serious electrical fire in your home.

It’s not uncommon for homeowners to immediately spot an electrical issue. Any good handyman will tell you that they can fix it themselves without a problem. Unfortunately, there is a problem. Handymen are not qualified to handle electrical work. Electricians have to undergo years of extensive training and certification processes to obtain his or her license. Sure, a license may seem like a piece of paper, but that paper is something that can save your life.

First, make sure there are not too many appliances plugged into one circuit, as this can overload it. If it’s just one appliance, unplug it and either replace it or call us to repair it. You could also try connecting another appliance to the problematic receptacle. If it still shows signs of trouble, have the receptacle and or the circuit checked by a residential electrician. Call one our home electrical service experts today at (208) 603-4812.

This will be determined by the size of your home and what you want to power during an outage. You can choose to have everything run off your generator during a power outage, but most clients just want to run the bare essentials until their power comes back on. The upfront cost of a larger generator can be worth the convenience of being able to run anything you want. but there’s no sense in extra expense for a capacity you don’t need.

All Generac generators (2014 models or newer) come with a standard 5 year limited warranty that covers comprehensive parts, labor, and engine components. Choosing a Preventative Maintenance Package will extend your warranty to 5 year full coverage. If your generator is older or out of warranty, we offer service repairs at an hourly rate, plus materials.

Maintenance is crucial for ensuring the reliable performance of Generac generators over time, and Generac will even extend the warranty coverage when the recommended service schedule is followed. Their recommended schedule is every 6 months, and includes maintenance such as oil and filter changes, battery checks, inspecting electrical systems, inspecting and cleaning fuel lines and connections, plus much more.

Make sure you know if there are existing electrical hot tub hook ups or if they will need to be put in. We recommend scheduling an estimate for the hook ups before purchasing your hot tub just in case there are limitations to what you can put in.

If you are having problems with your outdoor lights or outlets, it may be due to wiring issues, faulty connections, or defective components. We always recommend calling an electrician for professional help with electrical issues, but especially when it is outside since it gets exposed to rain or snow.

Powering your dock will add safety, efficiency, and fun to your outdoor lifestyle. Lighting is essential for safety when walking along your dock to go boating or fishing. Consider a boat lift to make maintenance more efficient. Plus, with colorful lighting and music-syncing options, your neighbors and passing-by boaters know exactly where the party’s at.

We advise integrating control options like timers, motion sensors, or smart lighting systems to enhance the convenience, security, and energy efficiency of your outdoor lighting.

We will set your account up however you prefer; many property managers choose to have the account under their name, with each client’s property listed, and the invoice is sent to their billing department which they forward to their client. Alternatively, they can have each of their clients created as a separate account so that all of their contact information will be listed for the job and they receive the invoice directly.

Anything you need! Whether it’s new construction, tenant improvements, upgrading old historical buildings for modern code, or just repairing parking lot light poles and LED signs, we can help you.