You have probably heard about standby generators for homes. The generators are meant to keep a home powered during a power outage and have become quite popular over the years. More and more homeowners are making the investment to have a backup source of power as it becomes more obvious the power grid is not able to keep up with the demands. A generator installed by a Glendale electrician is an ideal option for those who rely on electricity and are not okay going without. Is your business any different? The team at The Electric Connection can help you add a safety net to your business operations with the installation of a standby generator.

When the power goes out, your business instantly starts losing money. If you can’t sell your wares or use computers to access accounts and meet deadlines, your business cannot function. There is no reason your business has to be vulnerable to power outages whether they are brief or extended. An electrician in Glendale can help you determine what your electric needs are and what size of generator you would need to stay up and running. You may need to scale back your operation, but you would still be able to have your doors open.

Having a generator for your business keeps your employees working and you are able to continue to serve your customers and clients. There is no need to be completely dependent on a shaky power grid. With a hot summer being predicted, there is a strong chance there will be rolling blackouts. Call an electrician. Glendale business owners need to start thinking about how they will keep their doors open this summer no matter how many power outages they are faced with. Give The Electric Connection a call today and talk with one of our professionals about a generator for your business.

Wiring problems in the home are the most serious issues that owners should address, as these deficiencies could lead to serious property damage if overlooked. It's true that a house's plumbing could cost residents a lot of money to repair if it is compromised - even forcing them to renovate all or part of the property - but fire is among the most destructive forces known to man, and it could easily consume an entire home if it spreads quickly through a faulty electrical system.

One of the many causes of house fires is poorly protected wiring. Where two wires meet, it is required in standard building codes that proper wire junctions and terminations be installed.

In the case of two or more wires that are being joined, each junction point needs to be properly nutted using electrical-grade connectors. After this, wires need to be enclosed in a metal junction box, which will contain the connection completely so that if it is weak and produces sparks, the beams hoisting the wires won't be exposed.

If a wire is disconnected from a source, it too needs to be nutted correctly and contained in a termination box. This way, should the wire be re-energized accidentally, it will be fully enclosed, protecting the wooden supports from potential flames.

For some, flickering lights are an annoyance and can be a distraction. Others don’t notice the inconsistency in the lights. But, that fluctuation in light can signal problems in the circuitry or light fixtures in one’s home. Depending on the source of the problem, it could lead to serious safety issues in a home.

All lights flicker to some extent, based on the amount of power that is coming into the lines in your home.  If your lights flash or flicker regularly, it’s often a sign that there’s a problem – either in connection or power use. Situational flickering – like when an air conditioner starts – is a sign that there’s an issue with power supply. Simply put, the dip of the lights when the AC unit starts up occurs because the AC pulls the available electricity supply from the light. It’s usually temporary. It may also be a sign that the outdoor AC unit isn’t wired for maximum amperage. If the flickering lights aren’t related to a large appliance powering up and running, it’s a sign that there are issues – home may be brighter and more comfortable.