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Electrical Wiring, Electrician, Residential, Safety

How surge suppressors can save your electronics

27Aug2020

Electrical surges are always caused by lightning strikes or transformer outages, right? Wrong. The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) says up to 80% of all power surges originate in your home. And surge suppressors can help.

Think about the number of electronics in your home when you were a kid. Now, you likely have more valuable electronics and equipment in one room than an average 1980s residence. In fact, electrical consumption increased by more than 200% between 1980-2013.

So, there\’s a great deal to power up at home today.

Let\’s learn more about surge suppressors and how they\’re an effective way to protect your electronics and appliances from power spikes.

Surge Suppressors Prevent Expensive Damages

It’s ironic that the biggest causes of in-home power surges are appliances (ones most likely to be damaged by a power surge). Refrigerators, freezers, and HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) systems are the main culprits. But you can cause a whole-house blackout with a hairdryer working in the bathroom or a power tool project in the garage.

Surge suppressors are well worth the investment. Did you know an average home has over $15,000 worth of appliances and equipment that need protection from power surges?

Benefits of SPDs

Most in-home power surges are caused by large electrical appliances that switch on and off. SPDs (surge protection devices) or “surge suppressors” have multiple advantages:

Add safety by limiting the chances of fire
Cost a fraction of what it would take to repair and replace damaged appliances and electronics
Lower energy use
Maintain reliability and operation of electronics by controlling electrical flow
Reduce energy expenses

Whole-House Surge Suppressors: What to Consider

There are several key considerations for purchasing a whole-house surge suppressor. What do you want to protect? Everything, of course.

By themselves, whole-house suppressors can’t completely stop power surges. You should also have plug-in surge suppressors. Plug-in units can be small and inexpensive or can be “the size of a pizza box that guard all the components in a home theater,” says This Old House.

Look for whole-house surge suppressors rated to stop a minimum 40,000-amp surge. You’ll want an alarm that lets you know when a power surge has occurred. You’ll also want thermal fuses. Your local electrician will hard-wire your whole-house surge suppressor to the service panel. (Without complications, the installation can take about 2 hours.)

Before you buy: You must ensure the suppressor will work with your system. If it doesn’t, you may need to purchase additional equipment. Ask your electrician if you are unsure. Surge suppressors for lake cottages don’t need the same power as a 2,500-square-foot home. And check out all warranty options.

The Best Whole-House Surge Suppressors

If you research whole-house surge suppressors for yourself, you’ll see mixed reviews for several top products.

It\’s best to talk with your licensed electrician about which surge suppressor suits your home and its electronics best. The experts at Turn It On Electric will assess your property and appliances. Then they\’ll determine which makes the most sense for your usage and protection.

In this case, a customized evaluation is necessary. Don\’t be lured by \”quick fixes\” or a \”great deal\” out there. When it comes to your home and safety, choose to listen to an experienced electrical contractor.

3 Steps to Increase Safety and Property Value

After losing a Sub-Zero® refrigerator ($5,000+), two KitchenAid® wall ovens ($3,000+), and several computer and entertainment electronics, a Phoenix-area homeowner was more than happy to invest in a whole-house surge protection system. (The installation cost was much less than replacing the damaged appliances and electronics.)

Turn It On Electric of Phoenix can work with you to protect your property while increasing its value. Let’s explore the affordability of surge suppressors for your home or business.

Follow these steps:

Make a list of your property’s appliances and electronics.
Do an outlet count.
Contact Turn It On Electric today!

Electrician, Residential

Setting up your home office to work from home

15Apr2020

As remote working technology continues to advance, it is becoming much more common for employers to allow their teams to work from home. If you are making the switch to a home office, it may not be as easy as you think to get started. There is more to setting up your home office than simply plugging in your laptop and getting to work. Read on for some possible issues you may encounter and what to do about them.

Inadequate Internet Connection

Your home internet connection may be more than sufficient for your typical at-home activities. Activities like browsing the web, streaming music and scrolling social media. However, depending on the nature of your work, it may not be strong enough for video conferencing. You may also struggle to transmit large data files and accomplish other remote work tasks. Check with your internet service provider to learn more about the various packages it offers to determine which is best for your home office. Keep in mind that you may need to upgrade your modem, router, or other equipment to accommodate a faster connection. Often the WiFi signal can vary in different parts of your home too. If this is the case, we can help install a wired connection between your router and your office.

Lack of Power Outlets in Your Home Office

When setting up your home office, you may find that you quickly run out of power outlets for all your devices. With your computer, printer, desk lamp, mobile device chargers, and other essentials, you may not have enough outlets within easy reach of your desk. To combat this problem, you\’ll likely use a power strip or run extension cords to reach your workspace.

Although simple solutions, neither of these are the best options. Power strips can cause problems when they have too many devices plugged into them. In addition to diminished power to each device, there is also the possibility of electrical shorts or other issues due to overloading the system. Modern power strips with surge protectors can minimize the risk, but not eliminate it entirely.

Extension cords can create issues too, especially if you have pets or young children. Running an extension cord across your floor creates a tripping hazard. Taping over them, on the other hand, isn\’t great for aesthetic purposes. Instead, contact an electrician to update your wiring and add extra power outlets where you need them most. This way, the load will be spread evenly through your electrical system. This minimizes your risk of electrical fires and other possible dangers.

Lack of WiFi Security

Although working from a home office can be convenient, it likely isn\’t as secure as an office facility. Hackers and thieves may attempt to hijack your WiFi, giving them access to potentially sensitive company data. Inadequate online security is one of the major factors holding a lot of businesses back from allowing their employees to work from home. Therefore, you\’ll need to ensure your home office is as secure as possible.

Rather than operating on WiFi, it is far better for security purposes to use a direct, wired connection to your internet service. This will make it much more difficult for thieves to gain access, as they\’ll need to have a physical connection. Installing CAT5e cables in your home will allow you to access the fastest possible internet connection speeds without having to use WiFi.

Update Your Home Office Today

If you need assistance getting your home office set up so that you can work from home on a regular basis, we\’re here for you. Turn It On Electric can install and upgrade your wiring so that you are ready to go. Our team is here to help you work from home as efficiently and safely as possible. Please, don\’t be shy about getting in touch with us when you are ready to make the switch. Call now to schedule an appointment.

Electrician, Jobs

Electrician certification and what it means to you

23Feb2020

Licensed contractors value themselves and their work. States vary, but Arizona requires licensing for electrical contractors. Contractors may choose to specialize in either residential or commercial work. The only way to know is to ask. Since an individual isn\’t licensed in Arizona, it may be important to know who they are sending out to do the work, and if they have the knowledge to complete it safely. While electrician certification exists in Arizona, not everyone is certified.

The Difference: \’Licensed\’ vs. Electrician Certification

In many situations, \”licensed\” means an individual or company has permission from the state to work in that state. It\’s an important business requirement. All electrical contractors in Arizona must have a valid license.

A certified individual has completed the needed prerequisites to deliver superior quality-of-work. Electrician certification means your electrical professional has the \”level-specific\” knowledge and experience – both are important – to manage your electrical project.

The certification program is an apprenticeship. It is generally a 4-year program, and the student is an Apprentice while in the program. They are required to work as an electrician while going to school, which gives them the ability to practice what they have learned, making sure the education sticks.

Once they graduate, they have a Journeyman certificate and are referred to as a Journeyman. Because Arizona does not require this, many individuals refer to themselves as Journeymen because they have a lot of experience. While experience is great, a structured education program like an Apprenticeship can fill in all the little holes that experience alone won\’t.

Why You Should Ask if Your Technician Has a Journeyman Certification

The difference between an experienced electrician and a Journeyman certification is knowledge and experience. Classroom-learning and on-the-job training are both critical factors for electrician certification.

Here\’s a good example: Most of us hold an Arizona driver\’s license. We have learned enough to pass a basic written and driving test. To qualify for a commercial driver\’s license (CDL), you must have more in-depth knowledge of roadways, vehicular dynamics, and emergencies.

Certification takes time. It\’s worth the professional investment. That\’s why cheap electricians can be an expensive lesson. The price may be \”right,\” but it can come at a cost.

As a residential or commercial property owner, you probably cannot afford expensive mistakes. Unlicensed electrical technicians that have not earned certification rarely have the training or experience needed to fulfill your work requirements.

Electrical Contractor License

The Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) requires an electrical contractor to have an up-to-date electrical contractor license. Always ask for proof your electrician has a 6-digit Arizona license.

A licensed electrical contractor has four or more years of industry knowledge and experience within the last ten years. That\’s important because technology has had an incredible impact on this industry. There are technology changes and upgrades every year. Property owners need an electric professional knowledgeable about options available today.

Turn It On Electric LLC holds Arizona CR-Electrical License 265179, which is good for both residential and commercial projects. If you have problems or would like to plan a project, we\’re an excellent company to work with.

Are you interested in a rewarding professional career with a dynamic company? Once again, we\’re a great company to work with, and our reviews prove it.

Commercial, Electrician

What makes a great commercial electrical contractor?

29Jan2020

If you’re a homeowner and have a new-build project or renovation plans for your good old house, you will need a residential electrical contractor. Other types of professional electricians include industrial electrical and/or commercial electrical contractors.

An industrial electrical contractor is a commercial electrician that works in sensitive and complicated environments such as factories and medical facilities. Industrial electricians use the same implementations as commercial applications. For example, they both work with 3-phase power and electrical metal conduit (EMT) but industrial electrician applications are generally more complicated.

Business property owners face unique challenges. Their companies can be located in modern architectural structures or older-era buildings. When picking a commercial electrical contractor, there are many things to consider.

Today’s Commercial Electrical Contractor

Technology is revolutionizing every industry in our country. A good commercial electrical contractor will have working knowledge and experience involving technological trends in electrical services.

For example, energy-saving LED lighting is something commercial property owners and managers know about: LED lighting saves money.

A commercial electrical contractor knows more.

It’s not your grandfather’s electrical wiring and lighting. It’s not even your mother’s. LED optics, light control systems, quality, and thermal engineering changed last year. They’ll continue to evolve this year.

Always ask what’s new.

Integrated technology (IT) is having an increasing impact on commercial lighting development. In fact, replacing components for electrical and lighting systems now offers advanced choices. Your Maricopa County commercial electrical contractor can offer the best choices available.

Another trending electrical technology for commercial properties is full-spectrum lighting. It’s more frequently used in offices and medical properties. Full spectrum lighting:

Increases office productivity
Portrays true details/colors
Reduces eyestrain, fatigue in employees
Simulates “natural” light

The Best Commercial Electrical Contractor Knows Where You Live

Your local commercial electrical contractor understands the business market for your area. What do your competitors’ fixtures feature for employees and customers? What are specific requirements for commercial electrical wiring for your state, county, city?

Connected lighting does more than meet code. It opens the door to bring smart sensors and the Internet of Things (IoT)…because most of this advanced technology is installed through light fixtures. –David Wilts, Digital Masterplanning

“Smart buildings” aren’t being constructed or converted to virtual electricity as fast as we thought. Are you in a position to develop a flagship commercial property in Arizona? Your electrical contractor can partner with you for unique, business-specific, long-term energy savings.

Important Qualities

A great commercial electrical contractor understands large buildings’ power requirements. Up-to-date knowledge of technological trends to better power your business is important too.

Your commercial electrical company should:

Be able to manage complex projects, including large scopes of work
Cite previous experience with commercial projects in your area
Communicate clearly and respond quickly
Deliver quality work
Demonstrate pride of ownership in every project
Get consistently good online reviews and testimonials
Give up-front quotes for expenses and turnaround time
Guarantee workmanship
Have a reputation for ethical business practices:
- customer focus
- dependability
- honesty
Know which Maricopa County permits are needed per project
Respect your business

TIO: Superior Arizona Electrical Contractor Services

You have high standards for your employees. You want a culture of superior customer-service delivery and quality of work. That’s the kind of business Turn It On Electric of Phoenix strives to be.

We support our local community and have the highest possible HomeAdvisor ratings. TIO is the electrical contractor the other electricians call when they need answers. Contact us to learn more.

Electrician, Jobs

Is an electrician apprenticeship right for you?

4Dec2019

The electrical industry is a busy field that offers plenty of job opportunities. Because people and businesses all across the country and around the world need electricity, you\’ll be able to find a job wherever you are. It is a highly specialized field, though, so you\’ll need a proper education to get started. An electrician apprenticeship presents a great opportunity to learn on the job. This will give you the practical skills you need to be successful in your career. Here\’s what you need to know.

How an Electrician Apprenticeship Works

When you get an electrician apprenticeship job, you\’ll be working under a qualified electrician, acting as a helper. You\’ll visit customer sites alongside your mentor, learning from them as you go. You\’ll have the chance to see an electrician in action, giving you an inside look at what the job is really like.

As you learn and progress, you\’ll have the chance to begin taking on basic tasks yourself. Over time, you can work up to more challenging jobs as your skills improve. The goal of an electrician apprenticeship is to give you the knowledge you\’ll need to safely perform as an electrician. Then, you\’ll be able to become an electrician in your own right.

The Difference Between an Electrician Apprenticeship and Traditional Education

Rather than going through an electrician apprenticeship, you also have the option of attending a technical school. This is another popular route for becoming an electrician and some apprenticeship programs may require it. However, while you\’ll still gain the knowledge you need, you won\’t get the hands-on knowledge of actually working in the field.

One of the key benefits of an electrician apprenticeship is that you get to see first-hand what the job is actually like. This will make it much easier to determine whether the job is a good fit for you. In addition, you\’ll be getting paid for your work while you go through your electrician apprenticeship rather than having to pay for your education. This can make it significantly easier to support yourself financially while you are still learning.

Job Opportunities after an Electrician Apprenticeship

Another important benefit of working in an electrician apprenticeship is that you may be able to continue working for the same company after you graduate. This saves you from having to go out and find a job. Even if you choose to move to a different organization, you\’ll have plenty of experience to help you stand out from other candidates.

Electrician jobs tend to fall into two categories: residential and commercial. As a residential electrician, you\’ll assist homeowners with their electrical needs. Common tasks include replacing outlets, repairing and upgrading wiring, installing new wiring, and setting up appliances and light fixtures. Of course, there are many other things clients may need you to do, but those are some of the most common.

Commercial electricians need to have all of the same skills as residential electricians, and then some. Because commercial electrical systems tend to be much larger and more complex, you\’ll need to refine your skills even further to work in commercial settings. As this type of work is more specialized, though, the pay tends to be higher as well, so it is worth the extra effort.

Start Working in the Electrical Field

Here at Turn It On Electric, we are proud to take on electrician apprentices. We welcome you to get in touch with us to apply to become a valued member of our team. Reach out to us today to learn more about our current opportunities.

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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!

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