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Commercial, Electrician

Hiring an Office Electrician

31Mar2021

There are many types of electricians. Some electrical contractors are licensed to perform various services, including commercial work. When you need to hire an office electrician in Phoenix and Tucson communities, you should compare.

Differences in Residential, Office Electricians

Residential electrical work should be performed by a licensed electrical contractor. Often, the rework and repair needed to salvage your cousin’s electrical work are more expensive.

Office electricians are commercial electrical contractors. They work with your IT (integrated technology) team and building maintenance. Office electricians work in residential settings. But not all residential contractors have the experience to work on commercial properties.

Commercial Office Electricians

Commercial electricians of Arizona must have:

Completed an apprenticeship
900 hours of classroom training
Passed an exam

In Arizona you must also have:

4 years experience as a journeyman electrician
8,000+ hours of on-the-job training
Carry an L-11 license
Proof of having worked on 7 new projects
Proof of having worked on 8 maintenance projects

Commercial electrical services can include:

Components’ maintenance/replacement/installation
Emergencies
Energy-efficiency lighting upgrades/retrofits
General electrical inspections/maintenance
Landscape lighting
Panel maintenance/repairs
Recessed lighting
Wiring

Residential Electricians

Residential electricians must have completed:

Apprenticeship
900 hours of classroom training
Passed an exam

To carry the C-11 license, residential contractors must also complete 5 years (8,000+ hours) on-the-job training.

Residential electrical services can include:

Ceiling fans
Emergencies
Energy-efficiency upgrades
Installations
Landscape lighting
Panel replacement
Recessed lighting
Repairs
Security systems
Showcase lighting
Wiring

Other types of Electricians

Basically, there are two main categories for electricians:

Inside professionals – Inside electricians work with lower indoor voltages. They are experienced with commercial and residential systems, including solar panel installation.
Outside line professionals – These electricians install, maintain, and repair higher-voltage outside systems.

Other categories for licensed electricians include:

Maintenance electricians inspect, repair, maintain, and upgrade existing electrical systems. Sometimes the job includes diagnosing equipment and machinery problems.
Some commercial electricians specialize in industrial electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair. They understand the electrical requirements of large equipment and machinery.

Office Electricians Have 3 Certification Levels

Residential and commercial electrical professionals are:

Apprentices – Apprentices work under supervision of a commercial electrical contractor or company.
Journeymen – These electricians are licensed Arizona electrician.
Masters – Master electricians are the highest level of certification. They meet Arizona state standards for electrical contractor licensing.

5 Reasons to Retain An Office Electrician

Turn It On Electric supports local businesses whenever possible and appreciates when others do the same. We have served Maricopa County companies and outlying communities for 25 years. We understand the challenges companies and property owners face and we will always work with you to solve problems quickly and affordably.

Even if your business is small, a dedicated property and office electrician makes sense:

When an emergency arises, you won’t need to vet 5 companies to find one that’s right for you.
Your building maintenance team will have a go-to when they have questions.
Your employees won’t wonder who to call for electrical problems when they can’t reach you.
Your IT team will appreciate having a professional electrician to contact when they need answers fast.
Your property and business space will have exactly what it needs. If your business requirements are different than a previous tenant’s, let’s not wait for a crisis to find out.

Turn It On Electric commercial office electricians live and work in Phoenix Metro, Scottsdale, Tucson, East Valley and communities surrounding them. Contact us today to learn more.

Baby Proofing, Residential, Safety

Everything You Need to Know About Tucson Baby Proofing

31Mar2021

Residential electrical accidents in Tucson are few and far apart. Pima County residents are diligent homeowners and even better parents. If you live in Tucson, baby proofing is something you care about.

Even if your children are in elementary school, don’t relax your guard for home safety. Tucson baby proofing is a good idea for any home in which children live and play.

Tucson Baby Proofing and Child Safety

Your kids, grandkids; all children visitors should be able to move freely and safely in your home. Here are some Tucson baby proofing tips for homeowners.

Get on the floor. Literally, lie on the floor in every room and look around to see what a crawler or toddler sees. If something might be dangerous, fix it. You don’t take chances when it comes to kids’ safety.

Falls are the leading cause of injuries in children.

Attach barrier along banisters/railings.
Attach furniture that can be tilted/toppled to the wall.
Avoid playgrounds with concrete/hard surfaces.
Consider wall-mounted television for flat screens.
Do not use cribs with drop-side rails.
Don’t let kids lean on window screens.
Examine playground equipment for open spaces and be there to catch them.
Install stairway/bedroom safety gates.
Never use accordion gates.
Secure outdoor play equipment.
Use museum putty to secure heavy shelf items.
Use window guards and locks.

Approximately 100 children die every year from electrocution.

Young children, particularly toddlers, experience electric shock most often when they bite into electrical cords or poke metal objects such as forks or knives into unprotected outlets or appliances. These injuries can also take place when electric toys, appliances, or tools are used incorrectly… Christmas trees and their lights are a seasonal hazard.
–healthychildren.org

Tucson Baby Proofing for Electrical Safety

Preparing for a new family member is an exciting time! And the time when they become curious crawlers isn’t far off.

The terms “wall outlet,” “electrical receptacle,” “plug-ins,” and “electric outlets” are synonymous. They are the most likely sites for electrocution. If your Tucson home was built after 2008, it has tamper-resistant electrical outlets. If your home is older, ask your local electrician to replace receptacles.

Here’s what you need to know about Tucson baby proofing and child electrical safety:

Do:
- Be vigilant about frayed cords
- Make family rules about who can plug-in/turn-on electronics
- Provide opportunities to use electronics under supervision
- Watch electrical safety videos together
Don’t:
- Leave appliances plugged-in when not in use
- Put electronics near water
- Put fun/colorful items near electrical outlets
- Work with electronics, cords, outlets, etc. while children are watching
Hide electrical cords. Curious babies put everything in their mouths.
Long cords are strangulation hazards. Get cord shorteners, cord sleeves, or covers.
Safeplates cover electrical outlets to provide another child safety option.
Unplug unused electronics. Put toasters, hairdryers, etc. out of sight.
Use outlet plug caps. They’re cheap. Children watch you and will mimic pulling out an outlet plug cap.

Powerstrips Increase Danger

Imagine a power strip from a baby’s perspective. Holes, cords, a flip-switch… It’s another version of a Playskool® learning toy to them.

There are several powerstrip issues.

First, if you’re using a lot of powerstrips, you need a professional electrical inspection. You may be overloading your wiring and need an upgrade.

The powerstrip’s unused outlets are a shock hazard. But toddlers can and will unplug what’s plugged in. Invest in a childproof power strip cover. Then duct-tape all gaps and cords.

TIO Electric Offers Tucson Baby Proofing Inspections

A Turn It On Electric pro will inspect your home and offer childproofing suggestions. Your electrician may spot other issues that need attention, as well.

During these inspections, we most often hear, “The baby won’t ever be alone in that room…” He or she will be in that room as soon as possible. Never take chances with children.

Contact Turn It on Electric to schedule a Tucson baby proofing inspection today.

Electrician, Maintenance, Residential, Safety

Can You Repair Your Circuit Breaker Box?

31Mar2021

Circuit breaker boxes came into use in the 1960s and represented “a new age of resettable devices,” unlike traditional fuses that had to be replaced when they blew. The newer, more technical terms are “electrical service panel” or “electrical panel.”

Circuit breaker box repair is also more technical today. It simply isn’t your grandma’s breaker box.

Circuit Breaker Box Repair and SES

To understand circuit breaker box repair, you must have a fundamental knowledge of SES (service entrance section). The SES is the outside electrical service point where electricity enters the house. Its components are one hot cable and 1 neutral cable that run from the utility wires to an inside entrance line. That line connects to the electrical service panel.

10 Signs You Need Circuit Breaker Box Repair or Replacement

If your electrical panel is more than 20 years old, you should prepare for replacement. The 2021 cost to replace an electrical panel is between $851-$4,000. The cost depends on your location, architecture, size of your home, and the number of circuits you need.

Wiring problems can sometimes be managed with repair, not replacement. You may need connections tightened or components replaced. If you have a Zinsco brand breaker box, it must be replaced.

Signs you need replacement include:

Age – Circuit breaker boxes can last up to 40 years. If your electrical panel is more than 20 years old. If you have fuses instead of circuit breakers, consider an upgrade. Your system’s wear-and-tear depends on:
- Manufacturer
- Number of power surges in your area
- Use
Appliance upgrades – Large electronic appliances pull more power, especially smart appliances. If you have a kitchen renovation with all-new appliances, consider an inspection by a licensed electrician.
Burning smell – It might be plastic or wood but it is critical. Contact your electrician immediately.
Direct damage – If something heavy falls into your circuit breaker and it suffers direct damage, contact your local electrician to inspect it for safety.
Feels warm – If you feel any heat coming from your electrical panel, contact your electrician immediately.
Frequent breaker tripping – This is protecting your property from fire and it’s a red flag. It’s an indicator you need a circuit breaker box repair or upgrade.
Lights dim/flicker – Your lights shouldn’t dim or flicker when you draw extra power by turning on a vacuum cleaner, for example.
Noises – Hissing, popping, buzzing…all are warning signs. Your electrical panel may be repaired unless you “let it go” too long. Then, you’ll need a replacement.
Rust/corrosion – This means your electrical panel has suffered water damage. You need the panel inspected. You also need to find the source of the leak.
Too many power strips – This means you don’t have enough outlets and you’re taxing the system that was originally installed. You will need circuit breaker box repair or replacement.

Common Causes of Electrical Panel Problems

Rust and corrosion are obvious signs of electrical panel problems. The two main causes of panel issues are inadequate capacity and overcrowding.

A ten-year-old home probably has a 200-amp electrical panel. That’s sufficient for an average residence. Homes built before 1990 and starter homes may have 100-amps. That’s not likely to be sufficient to accommodate today’s electrical devices and smart appliances. Overcrowding and inadequate capacity occur when you’re trying to pull 200-amp service from a 100-amp panel.

The Best Way to Avoid Circuit Breaker Box Repair

Savvy homeowners retain a local, trusted and experienced electrical contractor. Your electrical maintenance company will track your home’s inspections, upgrades, and remind you when it’s time for your annual inspection. You’ll never be surprised because you’ll know exactly what’s going on with your home’s electrical system.

It’s a small investment that can prevent major expenses.

The best way to avoid circuit breaker box repair is to contact Turn It On Electric. Our team of electrical service professionals is eager to partner with you for safer, more energy-efficient living.

Electrical Wiring, Residential

Is Aluminum Wiring in Homes A Safety Hazard?

16Mar2021

Most of the houses built in Tucson were built between 1970-1979. In Phoenix, the majority of housing properties were developed between 1990-1999. Throughout our state, the median home age is between 30-40 years old. Aluminum wiring in homes has a bad reputation, and some of it is well-deserved.

Aluminum Wiring in Homes: What You Need to Know

Aluminum wiring in homes was improved in the early ’70s to enhance safety. It was completely phased-out a few years later. Some service wires coming into homes today, as well as 240-volt circuitry, have aluminum wiring. It’s fine.

The danger comes from “aluminum branch circuit conductors installed from…1965 to 1972,” says a Minneapolis home inspector. The wires that support 15- and 20-amp circuits, connecting to outlets, switches, lights, etc., “had a lot of problems.”

Aluminum wiring expands and contracts at a high rate, leading to loose connections. Connections between aluminum and copper can cause oxidation. These are fire hazards.
Aluminum wiring replaced copper around 1965.
Between 1965-1972, over two million homes were wired with aluminum.
Many homes caught fire and people died as a result of aluminum wiring.
Pre-1972 single-family residences wired with aluminum were 55 times more likely to reach “fire hazard conditions” than copper-wired homes.
Aluminum wiring in homes failed at connection points, such as splices/connections between wires, outlets, circuit breakers, switches, lights, etc.

Why You Should Consider Rewiring Your Home

Over half of home electrical fires are due to wiring problems. There are many reasons to consider rewiring, but you may not need it. Before you make the investment, have your local electrician check. Perhaps aluminum wiring in homes did not affect your Arizona home’s construction.

Warning signs you need to replace your wiring include:

Arcs/sparks from any outlet
Burning smell
Buzzing/sizzling sounds
Cracked, cut, broken insulation
Dimming/flickering lights because circuit is overloaded/has loose connection
Frequently blown fuses/tripped breakers
Hot/discolored switch plates, cords, plugs
Lightbulbs burn out too often in 1 or more sockets
Loose outlets
Over-amped/over-fused electrical panel
Shock when you plug-in/touch electrical cord

Even if you don’t have any warning signs, having a home electrical inspection is just smart, especially if you know you have aluminum wiring.

Consider inspection by your Arizona licensed electrical contractor if you:

Have a home 40+ years old
Have ungrounded/2-prong outlets
Made home improvements/added major appliances
Use a lot of extension cords

The cost to rewire your home depends on where you live. Materials, labor, and cost of living impact the cost of electrical rewiring as much as house size and style. Pandemic-related material shortages and supply chain issues have impacted many businesses in 2021.

You Can Trust TIO Electric

Maintaining your home’s electrical system shouldn’t wait until you’re selling or buying. Turn It On Electric serves Maricopa and Pima counties as well as nearby communities and neighborhoods. We recommend you schedule a complete home electrical wiring inspection every 5 years.

Residential and commercial property owners trust us for honest appraisals: If you don’t need the work or it can wait a bit, we’ll tell you. If you’re going to need it sooner rather than later, we’ll tell you that too.

Real estate professionals trust us to deliver superior quality work. Contractors trust us to deliver our work on-time and within budget. You can trust Turn It On Electric.

If you have questions, contact us today.

Electric Bill, Residential

6 Ways to Save On Your Electricity Bill

16Mar2021

Now more than ever, Maricopa County residents are seeking ways to save energy. Electricity rates have been scheduled to increase – and delayed – for quite some time. Phoenix residents may be looking at a 3.9% price increase by mid-2021 and other areas, including Tucson will see a $4.93 per-month rate hike.

Continue to use all the tips you know for ways to save on your electricity bill. But there are some smart options that can make a very real difference in your energy usage and quality of life.

Save on Your Electricity Bill with Smart Home Devices

Have you heard about “energy vampires?” They’re the home appliances that suck electricity, even when they’re not being used. “The worst culprits,” says home security pro Emily Ferron “are…devices with standby modes, like TVs.”

Consider these 6 smart home devices that will help you save on your electricity bill:

Hoses/sprinklers – You can upgrade your hose faucet with a Bluetooth-controlled hose faucet timer. With apps like “know the flow,” it can track usage and create zoned watering for multiple uses. Sprinkler system controls can be upgraded affordably. Check out the Best Smart Sprinkler Controllers For 2021.
Lighting – Some are smarter than others, so be sure to compare smart light bulbs. Light controls are the best way to save money and energy. They can integrate with Nest and operate easily with Alexa voice control.
1. Automatically turns off when not in use
2. LED bulbs offer the same amount of light for less energy.
Meter monitors – You’ll have real-time insight into home energy use with an energy monitor. It also works with time-of-use rate plans. Maybe the best feature is its alert system. You can track energy when home and away, and you’ll be notified of a spike in usage.
Outlet/power strips – This automatically detects and stops “phantom power” usage by devices. Some have designated outlets for appliances that should always be on. Others have motion detection and voice control options. Smart plugs and outlets can reduce the plug load by 50%.
Thermostats – You can save on your electricity bill as much as 25% with a smart thermostat programmed to work with house size, your type of HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) system, and comfort preferences. The top smart thermostats offer energy savings and ease of use.
Window coverings – Smart blinds can be controlled by your phone. They can be hardwired or powered by solar or batteries. And of course, they can respond to Alexa voice commands. Smart window coverages can save three percent in lighting and up to 20% in heating/cooling.

Saving Money, Electricity, and Protecting You: Why We Care

Turn It On Electric of Arizona cares about friends and neighbors – like you. We want you to save money and live comfortably. We want to help you find ways to save on your electricity bill. But we also want you to live safely and affordably.

Here’s why we care: Today, the team of professionals at Turn It On Electric live here with you. We’re invested in our company, our families, and our communities. We’re invested in you. But we also want your legacy – your children and their children – to live their lives in a clean environment.

Contact us or call with questions about ways to save on your electricity bill or smart home device installation. You’ll never be sorry you called us, but you might regret that you didn’t.

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Chuck P

01:46 23 Jan 25

Friendly, communicative, and professional.High quality work.

Renee Delu

18:10 11 Jan 25

Mike you are the best!! God bless you for comming out saturday when I blew my fuse trying to vacumm and shout out to Josh who although not have sat office hours called me anyway after I left a voicemail. .Bob Best was here and gave me amazing information that NO OTHER electrician had. .!! I'm happy to say this is an amazing caring company...and I'm a customer for life!! Please recognize and reward Mike And Josh for them saving me on Saturday as my security system had no power and my smoke alarm had been beeping for hours. These men deserve kudos. .if you are looking fir honest and highly qualified electrical work. This is where to go. I'm thankful and grateful. Bob is now an instructor ..I'm happy to know future electricians are being schooled and trained by him. Thanks to you all

Wally Johns

01:31 11 Jan 25

Good work and very polite guys.

Rebecca RB

01:03 21 Oct 24

This company literally saved us! We had some electrical issues discovered that were rather alarming and created an issue with the garage door opener completely lost power as well as our outdoor dusk to dawn lighting and the interior garage lights. Mike the electrician came to the rescue! He listened to the issues in my non electrical language (haha) translated it and solved everything with confidence! Knowledgeable, Friendly, prompt, professional and efficient! Highly recommended! Will definitely call for future needs!

luci redmond

15:28 12 Oct 24

Great customer service & a job well done!

Samuel Heffner

17:04 14 Aug 24

I called TIO Electric because a friend referred them and they did not disappoint. I had an issue and it was rough identifying the source of the problem. Miguel and Conrad worked together to identify and solve the problem quickly. As a services based business it was extremely important to get the repair done quickly and the team stayed to ensure the job was done before they left. I expected to have to schedule another visit due to the complexity of the case, but they understood I needed to be back up and running as soon as possible and got the job done in just a few hours. They were very professional and personable and the cost was in line with what I expected.Update 8/14/24: TIO helped me again. This time with an issue I was having at my home. Marcus was very nice and knowledgable and was able to identify the problem and make the repair in quick time. I had a secondary issue I wasn't too worried about, but Marcus took care of that as well. These guys know what they're doing. Still highly recommend.They did a great job. I would definitely recommend them for projects big and small.

Caren Zellmer

12:46 03 Jul 24

Excellent service!! Marcus has been to our house a couple of times and completed the work doing an AMAZING job. He was very polite, professional and explained every process to us. His work was also completed in a timely manner. It is very rare to find anyone with great work ethic anymore! This company is very lucky to have him. We would definitely recommend and use Turn It On Electric again.

Bob

14:42 10 Jun 22

They were on time, clean, friendly, professional and did an amazing job. I would have to say that the price was fair considering the amount of work done. Highly recommend Turn It On Electrical!