Category: Electric

An electrician in a blue cap is working on a breaker panel, using a screwdriver to adjust wiring connections. The panel contains various circuit breakers and electrical wires.

With fewer new homes built in Dallas-Fort Worth last year than any other since 2009, more and more homeowners are turning to remodels and renovations. For many, now is the perfect time to invest in...

A collection of electrical tools, including a multimeter, wire cutters, and a power outlet, is arranged under a glowing lightbulb framed by a folding ruler in the shape of a house. The scene symbolizes electrical work and home wiring.

January is the month of upgrades. Many people make a list of resolutions, hopes, goals, and dreams for the new year. With all of this self-improvement, consider spreading the love to your house’s electrical system....

An electric vehicle is charging in a driveway, with a yellow charging cable plugged into the car. In the background, a woman with a bag is walking toward the house.

These days, there are plenty of reasons to consider switching to an electric vehicle (or EV). Not only do they have the potential to help us protect the planet—they can also protect your wallet in...

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We’ve officially entered the most wonderful time of the year: the holiday season. There are meals to cook, decorations to hang, and plenty of friends and family to gather together. But in all this hustle...

The logo for "Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric" is prominently displayed in red and white text on a black textured background, with the tagline "Everyone Loves Bacon." A red stripe runs along the bottom edge of the image, complementing the bold branding.

Your electrical panel is a vital, if sometimes mysterious, part of your home’s electrical system. It’s usually located in a garage, basement, utility closet, or another place you may not often think about. When your...

The logo for "Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric" is prominently displayed in red and white text on a black textured background, with the tagline "Everyone Loves Bacon." A red stripe runs along the bottom edge of the image, complementing the bold branding.

It may seem like a simple thing, but we truly do count on the fixtures in our homes to provide steady, dependable light at all times. It’s only when they start flickering, dimming and brightening,...

The logo for "Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric" is prominently displayed in red and white text on a black textured background, with the tagline "Everyone Loves Bacon." A red stripe runs along the bottom edge of the image, complementing the bold branding.

You’ve likely heard about smart thermostats like the Google Nest, Amazon Smart Thermostat, or Ecobee. They’re the ones with sleek, modern digital displays that you control via touchscreen or even your phone. But are these...

The logo for "Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric" is prominently displayed in red and white text on a black textured background, with the tagline "Everyone Loves Bacon." A red stripe runs along the bottom edge of the image, complementing the bold branding.

When it comes to keeping you and your family safe, a home electrical inspection should be at the top of your list. Electrical malfunctions are the largest cause of property damage in home fires, and...

An electrician wearing protective gloves is using a digital multimeter to test electrical circuits in a control panel filled with wires and breakers. The multimeter probes are connected to measure voltage or continuity.

Since we discovered how to bring electricity into our homes, we’ve had to contend with power surges. These unexpected voltage increases can have devastating consequences to our homes and valuables. They threaten everything from your...

The logo for "Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric" is prominently displayed in red and white text on a black textured background, with the tagline "Everyone Loves Bacon." A red stripe runs along the bottom edge of the image, complementing the bold branding.

Your home consists of miles of wiring, dozens of components like switches and receptacles, light fixtures, ceiling fans, and much more, all creating the electrical system that we’ve come to know and depend on. But...