Understanding the Importance of Whole Home Surge Protectors
In Florida, where severe storms are a common occurrence, protecting your home and family from power surges is crucial. One effective way to safeguard against potential hazards is by installing a whole home surge protector. This blog post will discuss the importance of home surge protection, the dangers of power surges, how surge protectors work, […]
Does Your Home Need a Lighting Upgrade? Know the Signs
As a homeowner, you want your home to be safe and comfortable for your family. While you may be familiar with HVAC and plumbing issues, one aspect of home maintenance that often gets overlooked is the electrical system. In particular, the importance of proper home lighting cannot be stressed enough. Not only does it enhance […]
How to Choose the Right Electrician: Tips and Questions to Ask
Choosing the right electrician is absolutely crucial for the safety and functionality of your home or business. Whether it’s a minor repair or a major installation, the expertise of a skilled electrician can save you from future hazards and unnecessary costs. But with so many professionals out there, how do you ensure you’re choosing the […]
Identifying and Preventing Common Electrical Hazards
Electrical hazards are a very real and potentially dangerous part of our everyday lives. In the home, these hazards can be caused by faulty wiring, overloaded circuits, improper use of extension cords, and even the age of the wiring. Knowing how to identify and avoid these common electrical hazards is an important part of keeping […]
Protect Your HVAC from Summer Power Surges
Though we aren’t usually in the direct path of hurricanes during hurricane season here in Orlando, we do get our fair share of heavy rain storms and residual rain from hurricanes passing through. Along with summer storms comes the risk of power surges from lightning, as well as additional stress on your home’s electrical […]
How Long Do Smoke Detectors Last?
Though the smoke detectors in your home are likely not something that you think about often, they are important safeguards for your entire family. This is why it is crucial to know how long they last and the signs that they need to be replaced. Our electricians at Frank Gay Services outline how […]