If you're like many homeowners in the Chico, CA area, the last time you reached out to a local electrician, it was to troubleshoot an electrical problem or install new wiring. (And yes: those outdoor hot tubs definitely look worth the time and effort.)
The licensed electricians at Experts In Your Home can handle those tasks – and so many more. They possess the technical skills that led to their licensure by the state of California. But they also have honed the critical thinking, logic, problem solving and communication skills that makes us especially proud to count them as members of our team.
Once you understand the broad technical skills that Experts In Your Home electricians possess, you might have a better sense of all the tasks and projects they can help you with around your home.
Broadly speaking, our electricians are responsible for: complying with codes and installing, testing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electrical wiring systems.
Following the rules
Electricians must follow the rules and procedures established by the National Electrical Code. These rules, which set strict standards for electrical safety practices, are somewhat fluid in nature. Many updates to the NEC are “grandfathered,” meaning that they apply only to new homes, not existing ones. Still, Experts In Your Home electricians must stay apprised of all NEC changes to ensure they follow best practices with regard to residential (and commercial) electrical safety.
At the same time, electricians must follow local electrical codes and work with building inspectors to obtain permits and final approvals.
Installing new electrical systems
Most electricians would probably agree that installing an electrical system is less complicated than maintaining and repairing one because the wiring is exposed and more accessible during construction.
Experts In Your Home electricians are adept at reading blueprints, which are technical diagrams of electrical systems that show the location of circuits, outlets and other equipment. At the installation stage, electricians might resemble carpenters as they work with a variety of hand and power tools, such as conduit benders, screwdrivers, wire strippers, drills and saws.
Testing electrical systems
Once an electrical system is installed, Experts In Your Home electricians use such tools as ohmmeters, oscilloscopes and volt meters to test its veracity and then make any necessary adjustments.
Maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems
Maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs often focus on malfunctioning light fixtures, appliances, electrical panels, motors and other equipment that is sometimes difficult to reach. Our electricians, handy with many types of tools and equipment, often rely on thermal scanners and cable testers to isolate problems and then repair them with skill and confidence.
Specific electrical tasks we can perform for you
Here's a point we can't emphasize enough: Experts In Your Home electricians are skilled at dismantling and then properly installing electrical work that has been undertaken by well meaning but amateur electricians. So if you see a wiring job in your home that is “patched” together, strung together with extension cords or otherwise looks sloppy, disorganized and especially dangerous, don't hesitate to call us. Don't live with a potential fire hazard or life-threatening condition a minute longer than you have to.
Emergencies aside, Experts In Your Home electricians can help you with many tasks and projects around your home, including:
- Breaker repairs
- Ceiling fan replacement and installation
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Electrical outlet upgrades (See “When should you hire an electrician to look at your outlets” for more information)
- GFCI outlet installations in bathrooms, your kitchen and other places where outlets might get wet
- Indoor and outdoor lighting, including motion sensors
- Overloaded circuits that repeatedly trip
- Programmable thermostats
Our local Chico electricians' skill and dependability might lead you to make the first phone call for electrical help. We're confident that our family values of conscientiousness, honesty and integrity will convince you to keep them coming back. Contact us for an electrical quote today.
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