Electrical
Light bulb buying guide: Choose cost- and energy-efficient LEDs for your home. Consider lumens for brightness, Kelvin for color, and dimmability for the perfect light.
Still using a fuse box? Upgrading to a circuit breaker panel boosts safety, meets modern power needs, and can cost $1,500–$4,000. Most upgrades take 1–2 days with a licensed electrician.
Protect your home from power surges with a whole house surge protector. ⚡️ Installed at your electrical panel, it diverts excess electricity, safeguarding all appliances from internal and external surges (like lightning). Benefits: comprehensive protection, extended appliance life, peace of mind.
Understanding your home's electrical amperage service is key to ensuring it can handle your power needs safely. Amperage, measured in amps, dictates the total electricity your home can draw.
Installing a home EV charger requires considering charging level (Level 2 is common), electrical panel capacity, and charger location (hardwired often preferred). Pick a licensed, insured electrician, ideally EVITP-certified, with relevant experience and clear proposals. Costs range from $1,000 to $2,500 or more and can increase with panel upgrades or complex wiring. Check for incentives to offset costs.