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Today’s modern homes contain more electronic devices than ever before, from kitchen lighting to big-screen televisions. It’s important to know how to maintain your electrical system to keep everything running at all times. To find more information about home electrical systems and their components, follow these links:
For more information on kitchen lighting and home electricity, call the experienced electricians at Mister Sparky of Riverside at (951) 602-5198.
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Never underestimate the dangers caused by old and outdated electrical wiring. Only the latest and most capable wiring can be trusted to safely deliver the amount of power that the modern home requires.
This video segment from State Farm Insurance discusses the fire hazards posed by outdated wiring, specifically arc currents. This occurs when an old electrical wire encounters surface friction causing sparks and electrical fires. Click play to hear more about the dangers of arc currents.
Don’t leave the safety of your home to chance. Schedule an electrical inspection with the electricians at Mister Sparky of Riverside and find out if your home needs new wiring. We can be reached at (951) 602-5198. You can also schedule an appointment with an electrician by contacting us online.
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It’s absolutely crucial to have electrical wiring in your home that can handle the surge required to power everything from your big-screen television to your children’s computers. If you neglect to replace your old, damaged, and outdated wiring, you could put yourself at risk of countless problems, including:
Fire
Faulty wiring is the leading cause of residential fires in America, according to the National Fire Prevention Association. Take special note if your home was built in the 1970s or earlier. Homes in that time period sometimes included aluminum wiring as opposed to standard copper. Aluminum is considered too fragile to use for wiring by today’s standards, as its connection point can loosen up over time and expose the wires. These wires are very hot, and can easily trigger a blaze if they come in contact with wood or other flammable materials.
Frequent Power Losses
Damaged and old electrical wires cannot deliver the energy required to power all the electronics in your home. If your system senses that the wires in your house are struggling to keep everything powered up, it will simply shut itself down to avoid fire risks from overheating wires. When this happens, your electronics could incur damage and you could lose unsaved data.
Rejected Insurance Coverage
Outdated wiring poses a huge safety hazard to homes, and insurance agencies know it. Many owners of older homes have reported difficulty in securing homeowner’s insurance after their providers find out that their homes contain outdated electrical wiring. In those cases, a full replacement of the wiring is usually required before the provider will even think about approving the insurance.
The only way to know for sure that your wiring is not a liability is to have it inspected and evaluated by your local Riverside electrician. With over 17 years of fast, friendly service under our belts, the electricians at Mister Sparky are available to inspect, service, and replace your wires. Call (951) 602-5198 or visit our website for more information.
Last updated 3 months ago
Installing the right lighting in your kitchen is a very important task. Not only does it highlight the work that went into designing and decorating your kitchen, but it also provides the illumination you need to cook safely. Read on for an overview of three kitchen lighting choices:
Task Lighting
This area-specific form of lighting is used for illuminating commonly used areas of your kitchen. For example, if you have a cabinet that you specifically use for cookbooks, you might consider having one task light placed in the cabinet to help you find the book you need and other illuminating a spot on the countertop below where you are likely to read it. By using just one or two lights you not only improve visibility, but also save on the costs of lighting the entire kitchen for the same task. Task lighting can be achieved with undercabinet lights, track lighting, and even portable desk lamps.
Accent Lighting
A kitchen needs a focal point in order to be aesthetically pleasing, and accent lights are often used in kitchens where that focal point is very subtle or nonexistent. Accent lights are also used to bring attention to a single focal point in a kitchen where there may be too many. Whether you want to draw the eye to a specific painting, countertop, or even texture of a wall, a soft accent light can throw any element of your kitchen into sharp relief. Undercabinet and wall-mounted lights work especially well for accenting kitchen elements.
Area Lighting
All kitchens need a main light to illuminate the entire space with the flip of a single switch. Area lights come in a wide array of shapes, sizes, and efficiencies, making them highly versatile. Consider getting a fluorescent fixture if you have a contemporary-style kitchen or hanging pendants for more traditional designs.
When you’ve decided on the perfect type of lighting for your kitchen, it’s important to have it installed by a quality electrician. Mister Sparky of Riverside has been servicing Southern California for over 17 years. Our electricians are available 24 hours a day for emergencies. Call us at (951) 602-5198 to set up an appointment today.
Last updated 3 months ago
Residents of Riverside know that Mister Sparky provides quick and friendly electrician services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To schedule an appointment with an electrician, call us today at (951) 602-5198. You can learn more about the utility of home generators and the electrical codes covering buildings from the websites below.
In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, many homeowners are investing in generators. Read more in this article from Business Week.
Read this article from HouseLogic.com to learn more about the advantages of having an electrician install a standby generator in your home.
This news article will give you some important information and safety tips about generators.
Learn how to identify common wiring problems that an electrician can solve when you visit ThisOldHouse.com.
Visit AskTheBuilder.com to learn why you should hire an electrician to do all of your wiring work.
