Elevate Your Inspection Report: 10 Electrical Protocols Beyond ASHI SoP
When a home inspector walks into a property, they’re not just checking boxes; they’re building a story of the home’s electrical health. While the American Society of Home Inspectors, ASHI Standards of Practice, provide a solid foundation, some inspectors choose to go the extra mile, offering clients a more comprehensive and reassuring experience. Under Section […]
NEVER Bond the Ground and Neutral in a Subpanel: A Visual Guide
Electricians know they should separate grounds and neutrals in a subpanel. Some local code officials, not so much. But why is it so important? This quick guide uses visuals to illustrate the dangers of improper bonding. Understanding the Basics A subpanel is like a mini electrical box that gets power from your main panel, and […]
How To Repair Three-Way Switch Problem
The video below shows a problem with a three-way switch, where two light switches control one light fixture. The switch in the hallway turns the light on and off, while the other switch in the dining room does nothing, depending on whether the hallway switch is in the on or off position. The hallway switch […]
Top 5 Reasons Why You Need Whole House Surge Protection
Power surges can happen when lightning strikes, either directly or nearby, when the power supplied by the utility company surges and fluctuates, and even when large motors like your A/C equipment start-up. According to a study by Mississippi State University, Madison County, Mississippi, records about 10,400 lightning strikes annually. That has a lot of potential […]
What is an AFCI – Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter, and why should I care?
First introduced in the 1999 edition of the National Electric Code, AFCIs were required for bedroom receptacle outlets, and in every code cycle since their introduction, the protection requirements have expanded. Today, AFCI breakers are required in almost all locations in the building. Here’s a look back at the evolution of arc-fault requirements. 1980 – […]