by Scott Spyrka | Jul 24, 2019 | Electrical Tips, residential electrical repair, Residential Electrician
The various types of electrical systems in vintage homes were all quite safe when they were installed. Over time, however, it’s possible that your wiring has degraded or been improperly repaired by previous owners. Fuse boxes are an obsolete type of electrical panel...
by Scott Spyrka | Apr 17, 2019 | Backup Generator, PGE Outages, residential electrical repair
“It usually takes me two or three days to prepare a good impromptu speech.” —Mark Twain Generators are an emblem of good preparation skills. It doesn’t take a zombie apocalypse to throw your house off the grid; lightning damage or a PG&E outage can strike at...
by Scott Spyrka | Mar 28, 2019 | Electrical Repairs, Local Electrician, network wiring, residential electrical repair, Residential Electrician
Before you spring into action and attempt to become a DIY hero, think about what could go wrong if the repairs you make are less than perfect. Saving a few bucks and patting yourself on the back are small reward for the safety risks. Bring in a professional for Novato...
by Scott Spyrka | Mar 6, 2019 | Outdoor Lighting, residential electrical repair, Residential Electrician
The best outdoor lighting designs provide more than just visibility, also adding aesthetic appeal to both the yard and house. Tour your property at night with a strong flashlight to see what could use better illumination. You can install outdoor lighting in many...
by Scott Spyrka | Feb 26, 2019 | Electric Repair, Electrical Problems, GFCI Breaker, residential electrical repair
Frustrated by a tripped GFCI breaker? Look on the bright side: it might be saving you from electrocution. Although it’s possible to have a defective or broken GFCI outlet that trips for no reason, it’s more likely that you have some other electrical repair to make. A...
by Scott Spyrka | Jan 10, 2019 | GFCI Breaker, Local Electrician, residential electrical repair
A ground fault might sound like a tennis term, but it’s actually an extremely common electrical problem. Instead of flowing back to its source as it should, some amount of stray electrical charge is flowing to “ground.” Ground can be a metal outlet box, a screw,...
