Category: Electric

Close-up of a soffit outlet in a recessed housing, showing the plug slots and structural details. Large text on the left reads 'What are Soffit Outlets and How Do They Work?' with the Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric logo in the bottom right.

Soffit outlets are a handy feature in modern homes, designed to make outdoor electrical connections more accessible and aesthetically pleasing. These outlets are installed in the soffit – the underside area of the roof’s overhang....

Electrician Builder at work, installation of sockets and switches. Professional in overalls with an electrician's tool. Against the background of the repair site. The concept of working as a professional.

When it comes to rewiring your home, hiring a licensed electrical contractor is always the safest and smartest choice. While the idea behind DIY projects is to save money, tackling electrical work on your own...

Handing reaching towards an electrical panel to check or reset the breakers. The text reads "What to do when your circuit breaker will not reset."

Circuit breakers are vital electrical safety components that protect your home’s electrical system from being damaged by short circuits, overloads, or overcurrent. These circuit breakers interrupt electricity flow once they detect issues so as to...

A close-up of a power strip shows several electrical plugs, with a distinctive green plug prominently inserted. The arrangement highlights the various cords, emphasizing their functionality against a light background.

While a faulty outlet in your Plano, TX, home may not seem like a big deal at first, it could be an indication of more significant electrical problems in your house. Ignoring these broken outlets...

A stormy night scene shows a house experiencing an electrical surge, with lightning striking nearby power lines. In the foreground, a whole house energy system device is displayed, with the Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric logo in the bottom right corner.

You’ve invested time, money, and memories into making your house your home. But have you protected it from the unpredictable? A single power surge can strike without warning, damaging your appliances, destroying your electronics, and...

A man standing on a ladder installs or repairs a ceiling fan with large decorative blades. He is focused on wiring the fan while wearing a white shirt and a patterned cap.

Aside from their apparent cooling effect, ceiling fans are multipurpose and energy efficient, making them a great asset to any house. Proper installation can improve air quality, lower energy expenses, and make your home much...

A man in a navy shirt installs or repairs a chandelier on a white ceiling, using a screwdriver to adjust the fixture. The room is brightly lit with white walls and doors.

According to statistics from the U.S. Department of Justice, a burglary occurs every 30 seconds in the country. The data also shows that summer is the most popular season for break-ins. This is when homeowners...

Whole house generator next to an electrical panel with Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric logo, on a vibrant red background, asking if a whole house generator is worth it.

Is a whole house generator worth it? If you’ve ever faced a power outage, especially during extreme weather, you’ve likely asked this question. Whole house generators provide automatic, reliable backup power, keeping your home comfortable...

A promotional graphic featuring the bold text "Summer Savings" in white with a red outline, framed by a dotted coupon border and a scissor icon. The Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric logo is placed at the bottom in red and white.

When summer rolls around, our homes become our refuges from the scorching heat. But we all know the drill—the AC starts working overtime, our plumbing systems get put to the test, and our electrical systems...

A split image shows an old, yellowing smoke and carbon monoxide detector on the left and a new, white detector on the right. The Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric logo appears in the bottom right corner.

Did you know that smoke detectors have an expiration date? It’s true! These safety devices that keep you and your family alerted to potential fire hazards don’t last forever. Over time, they can wear out...