Edison Vs. Tesla: The War of Currents

Edison Vs. Tesla: The War of Currents

Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla were two innovators who became entangled in a war of currents in the late 1800s. Their race to develop an electrical system that would power the world centered around direct-current (DC) and alternating-current (AC).  Described as...
What Happens When Your House Gets Struck by Lighting?

What Happens When Your House Gets Struck by Lighting?

About 1 in 200 houses are struck by lightning every year. Various factors can affect your level of risk, including whether there are higher structures nearby (metal light poles can have a protective effect), the local climate, etc. In areas such as Las Vegas where...
What Causes a Burnt or Melted Outlet?

What Causes a Burnt or Melted Outlet?

Recognizing a ProblemAt some point in your experience as a home or business owner, you may be going about your day as usual, only to find that one of your electrical outlets has been blackened and melted by heat (right where you were wanting to plug in a new 50″...
Common Electrical Problems Found During Home Inspections

Common Electrical Problems Found During Home Inspections

Whenever a home is being sold, it’s a common (and smart) practice for a prospective buyer to hire a qualified home inspector. Home inspectors can not only help assess a home or buildings condition but identify potential problems that may be factored into the...
How To Identify Electrical Hazards in a Flood Zone

How To Identify Electrical Hazards in a Flood Zone

The recent devastating flooding in Houston following Hurricane Harvey has brought awareness of the dangers of flooding to the forefront of public consciousness. If you live in a flood zone, you should be aware of the electrical hazards that arise when your home and...