As we move deeper into 2026, the humble breaker box is no longer just a passive safety device tucked away in the garage. The ...

You probably don't think much about that metal box in your basement or garage. Most homeowners hardly give it a second glance. Yet that unassuming electrical panel is the nerve center of your entire ...

There are many variables to take into account when inspecting a main electrical service panel. The number one priority of any inspector is to be safe while doing it. “Safety first” is my personal ...

100 amps: In an older home that has an electrical panel with only 60 to 80 amps, an upgrade may be needed to power a modern home; 100 amps is typically considered the minimum amount of amps a home ...

Dear Jerry: I always enjoy reading your columns but I don’t recall ever having seen this issue addressed and so I thought I’d drop you a note. As a professional electrical contractor I see all kinds ...

As energy costs continue to climb and extreme weather conditions caused by climate change push homeowners toward cleaner and more efficient heating and cooling solutions, heat pumps have emerged as a ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Upgrading your home’s wiring and electrical panels can bring your home up to code and help you avoid electrical fires and shocks. This process can be ...

Q. This week: Our house was built in about 1955 and we've got quite a problem. A summer storm that rolled through our area last night brought with it wind and rain that pelted our house right up to a ...