Does Your Home Have a C-Wire? Older thermostats only required a single wire to deliver power to your home’s heating and cooling system. They didn’t have bells and whistles like WiFi connectivity, so that was all you needed. Modern thermostats require a second wire to complete the circuit and provide enough power to give all … [Read More]
Location Think about where your hot tub will go before you make your purchase. You need a flat, stable surface that can support the combined weight of your hot tub, water, and all of the occupants enjoying it. Beyond the logistics, you also need a spot that’s private from neighboring eyes and close enough to … [Read More]
What Is Knob And Tube Wiring? Knob and tube wiring is essentially an older form of electrical wiring. The name comes from the ceramic “knobs” and rubber “tubes” that encase the copper wiring. Another characteristic of knob and tube wiring is that it is ungrounded. This means the electrical system will not blow a fuse … [Read More]
What Is a SPAN Electrical Panel? In the past, panels were designed mainly for safety. If a circuit was overloaded, it would simply turn off. However, technology and homes’ electrical needs have greatly advanced since electrical panels were first created. The SPAN electrical panel moves beyond simple energy flow and overload. Instead, it can help … [Read More]
What Is Power over Ethernet (PoE)? Power over Ethernet involves using ethernet connections to power connected devices. While using these connections to power devices has always been a possibility, the technology to make that a reality hasn’t been possible — until now. Many devices in your company are connected through ethernet, such as phones and computers. In … [Read More]
4 Signs You Need To Upgrade Your Electrical Panel 1) It Was Installed More than 20 Years Ago Homes that are only a few decades old may have outdated electrical panels. This is because panels installed back then typically only had 60 to 100-amp capability. Today, it’s normal for a home to demand more electrical … [Read More]
