Photo By JuSun at istock Power surges are common especially after a storm. When your television suddenly flickers, it is likely that a power surge just occurred. In some cases, homeowners may notice an acrid smell coming from the electrical lines. If you are using an electronic device, it may suddenly go into a rest … Read More >
Photo By MicroStockHub at istock With thousands of DIY videos available on the Internet, many homeowners decide to forgo hiring an electrician and perform electrical work themselves. After all, how hard can it be to replace electrical wires, install a new outlet or fix a broken breaker box? When done improperly, a DIY electrical project … Read More >
Photo By Natalija Rajsic at Shutterstock Most people use their homes’ electrics from the moment they wake up in the morning. You’ll likely be awoken to an electric alarm clock, or your cell phone that’s charged by electricity will wake you up. You’ll then use electricity throughout the day until you switch off your lights and … Read More >
Photo By elinedesignservices at istock Electricity is a necessity in the modern world as we rely on it for our day-to-day activities. From lighting and powering appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines to heating and cooling spaces, it is clear that multiple people entirely depend on this precious resource for survival. A study in … Read More >
Photo By skhoward at istock Electrical problems are inevitable. Whether it’s a routine repair or something more unusual, we all from time to time run up against issues with our electrical systems that require emergency electrical service. Mister Sparky of Wilmington has been serving the Wilmington, NC community for years with our wide portfolio of … Read More >
Photo By KatarzynaBialasiewicz at istock If you have outdoor steps that lead to your home, it’s essential to illuminate these for safety and decoration. This is especially true if you have steep steps that are very dark and dingy in the evenings. Arriving home from work when it’s already dark and climbing the steps to … Read More >
Photo By george socka at istock If you plan on selling your home, you may need to make repairs. Many people focus on cosmetic upgrades, as opposed to electrical system work. Unfortunately, for them, electrical work can make or break a house sale. Inspectors and homebuyers will be looking for signs that your home’s electrical … Read More >
Photo By Kristen Prahl at istock Most of us don’t really know how we’ll respond to an emergency until we’re faced with a dangerous situation. The likelihood of keeping ourselves and our families safe in an emergency is greatly increased by creating a plan in advance. Electricity is the foundation of modern life. It runs through … Read More >
Photo By YinYang at istock Home offices have become much more common over the past decade. The number of people working from home in Wilmington, NC, has also grown by leaps and bounds since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Offices, regardless of location, need a steady, reliable source of electric. Plan Ahead Make sure everything you … Read More >
Photo By EricVega at istock With all the services that you rely on in your technologically advanced home, you could have professionals coming and going to install and maintain everything from your renewable power sources to your security system, smart home equipment, and home theater gear. Each one of them will want to drill, wire, … Read More >
