Category: Electric

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...

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Your Rockwall, TX, home has a powerful electric system that allows you to use your lights, appliances, heating, and cooling system, and more. When there is a breakdown in this system, there are several issues...

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As a homeowner, you rely on your electrical system to power your daily life safely and efficiently. One critical component in ensuring this safety is the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlet. GFCI outlets are...

A technician wearing blue gloves uses a multimeter to test an electrical panel with exposed wiring. The device displays a reading, and several circuit breakers are visible.

The electrical panel is the heart of your home’s electrical system, regulating the flow of electricity throughout your house. Not only is it imperative to ensure that your home’s electrical system works properly, but it...

Smoke emerges from an electrical panel with visible circuit breakers next to a wall-mounted tool board holding various tools and a fire extinguisher. The Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric logo appears in the lower-left corner.

Over time, home electrical panels can become outdated or develop hazards that compromise safety and functionality of your home’s electrical system. Your home’s electrical panel, also known as a breaker box, plays a crucial role...

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.

Americans lose billions each year due to power surges. Home insurance often does cover damages from a power surge. But there are policy limits, and coverage usually doesn’t extend to ancillary damage, such as food...

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Outdoor lighting has many benefits. Properly illuminated outdoor areas deter intruders, reduce the risk of accidents and provide a welcoming ambiance for outdoor activities. However, despite the low maintenance requirements, it still requires some upkeep....

A technician in red overalls is replacing a light fixture, reaching up to attach a pendant light from the ceiling. The work area is bright and modern, featuring multiple hanging lights.

Every source of light, from the bright rays of the sun in Dallas, TX, to an alarm clock’s dimmest glow, produces waves that your body recognizes and responds to. We cannot deny the strong relationship...

An electric vehicle is connected to a charging station, with the charging plug inserted into the vehicle's charging port. The charging station is visible in the background, indicating the vehicle is actively charging.

Here in the Dallas and Fort Worth areas, more homeowners than ever are purchasing electric vehicles. However, they have to confront a problem that they never had to consider with a conventional vehicle: charging capability....

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Your electrical panel is the main component of your home’s electrical system, and it needs to be inspected by an electrician regularly. Many electricians recommend having your electrical panel inspected every three to five years,...