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Computer Cabling for Small Business & Home Office
Computer networks can be as simple as ordinary ethernet cables connecting your computers, modem, and routers. In practice, things can get messy and confusing. Electricians can help your business install computer cabling that is neatly organized, protected from...
Do Ceiling Fans Save Money or Waste Energy?
Whether you love ceiling fans or feel ambivalent toward them, they are worth having in bedrooms and living areas to help air circulation and lower energy bills. In the Northern California climate, you can get away with turning off the air conditioner many days of the...
Residential and Commercial Electrical Repairs Done Right
Electrical systems are highly complex and carry an element of danger. If your home or business electrical system needs repairs of any sort or if you are disappointed with its functionality, do not rely on an amateur to do the job. Hire Spyrka Electric and you will...
Aluminum Wiring for Sonoma Residents
After realizing you have aluminum wiring, you might feel a sense of dread. Does all the wiring have to be replaced, and does that mean you have to put a bunch of holes in the walls? Only a full electrical inspection can reveal whether you need aluminum wiring...
Ways to Upgrade Your Electrical Outlets
Electrical outlets should get replaced when they become loose or feel hot to the touch. You might also want to upgrade with new safety or tech features. The following options represent very affordable ways to improve your home. All you need is a quick visit from the...
Ground Fault Interrupter FAQ’s
People have gotten used to having a ground fault interrupter in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoors. Every three years, when the newest National Electrical Code comes out, there’s usually a new location added to the list. For your own safety—and before you get a home...
Cat5 Cabling for Smart Homes
As smart home technology continues to evolve, plenty of early adopters have already jumped on board. Others are waiting for prices to drop and the capabilities to become more mainstream. No matter which wagon you’re on, you should start with the proper electrical...
What You Should Know about Aluminum Wiring
Few electrical issues get such a bad rap as aluminum wiring. When properly installed (or with retrofitting to ensure safety), you have no real reason to be concerned about aluminum being used for your home wiring. At the same time, we understand the hesitation....
Surge Protectors for Every Home
Wondering why whole-house surge protectors have become so popular? If you or someone you know has ever suddenly needed to replace a big-screen TV or laptop because of power surge damage, it’s no mystery. You should still use surge protectors at the outlets where you...
What is a Fuse Box ?
You might have heard—from a friend, a neighbor, or a real estate agent—that your old fuse box needs to be replaced ASAP. That might be true, but you have no reason to panic. Only a licensed electrician can tell you for sure if you should replace a fuse box with a...
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