Doing things around the house is a satisfying chore. Sure, it can be a lot of work and it may not have the same finished quality as a professional, but you can still look at the walls you painted, the pavers you put down or the new sod outside and acknowledge you did a great job. Those are all jobs that have some wiggle room when it comes to following the rules. You don’t have to worry too much about your safety or the safety of your home if you made a few minor mistakes. That cannot be said of any of those seemingly little projects around the house that involve electricity. You can’t take the risk of messing with the electrical work in your home if you are not properly trained. You must hire an electrician in Burbank, like those at The Electric Connection.

The risk of you hurting yourself doing something that appears simple, like changing out an old outlet, is very high when you don’t know what you are really doing. It isn’t a time for guess work or “good enough.” It needs to be done right. In fact, if you happen to make a mistake that results in a fire, your homeowner’s insurance may very well refuse to pay the claim. The very fact that the outlet resulted in a fire can be blamed on trying to handle a job that should have been taken care of by a certified electrician. Burbank homeowners don’t need the hassle and stress worrying the DIY job they did is done correctly.

It may seem like an expense you can avoid, but it is always best to be safe than sorry. Hiring a Burbank electrician will give you peace of mind that the job is done right and you can feel safe in your home. The cost of the electrician is well worth it when you look at the grand scheme of things. Give The Electric Connection a call today and schedule any electrical jobs you have been thinking about doing yourself.

Everyone loves a home interior that is inviting and well-lit, why not ensure your outdoor spaces have the same attention to detail.  Strategically placed landscape lights can not only help with a home’s security, but can highlight a home’s architectural features and draw attention to landscape features.

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An electrical emergency can cover a number of different situations. If the emergency is someone suffering from a severe electrical shock, you need to call 9-1-1 immediately for an ambulance. In this post we will deal with other types of electrical emergencies you may encounter in your home, such as sparking and power outages.

One piece of advice should stand atop everything else: call for the assistance of professional electricians when it comes to emergency repairs. You should never tamper with an electrical system on your own in an attempt to fix a problem, no matter how urgent it seems. The danger of electrocution or fire is high, and you cannot take the risk.

Electrical fires are one of the more common ways that house fires start. If exposed wires, an electrical short, or a malfunctioning appliance triggers a fire, do not throw water on the flames. If an appliance is on fire, disconnect it from its power source if possible or shut down the power. Use a fire extinguisher if you have one. (If you don’t currently have an extinguisher in the house, put it on your immediate “to-do” list.) Call 9-1-1 if the fire continues. You will need to call electricians after the immediate danger is over to track down the cause of the fire and discover what repairs and new installations are necessary to prevent it from reoccurring.

A power outage may come from the municipal grid, or it may be the result of issues with the electrical system in your home. If only your home is experiencing a black out, first check the circuit breaker panel to see if any tripped breakers are at fault. Then call for licensed electricians to look into the possible causes.

A power surge from a lightning strike or downed power line can cause damage to appliances, take out the power, or trigger an electrical fire. If this occurs in your home, you should consider contracting professional electricians to install a whole-house surge protector in the electrical panel so you will have few worries in the future.

Always remember, call emergency services first in the case of imminent danger such as fires or electricity. Once the immediate threat has ended, look to licensed electricians for repairs and other services that will prevent further problems and keep your home safe.

It is amazing to see the difference a single light fixture can make in your home. A drab entryway and a dull dining room are transformed with the addition of a gorgeous chandelier. You can go big and dramatic or keep it simple and classy. There are so many styles and sizes to choose from you will find the perfect chandelier to create the look you are going for. You will want to have your new chandelier installed by an electrician in Pasadena, like those at The Electric Connection.

Chandeliers are often used as statement pieces in a room. They manage to set the mood in a room simply by being on. If you are going for romantic and quaint, a gorgeous chandelier with some low-wattage bulbs is perfect. Most chandeliers are equipped with dimmers that give you the freedom to turn the lights on maximum power or keep them muted. Large chandeliers equipped with numerous lights are perfect for creating an open and inviting atmosphere, which is why they are often put in large rooms or entry ways. The bright lights encourage revelry and lift the spirits.

Because there is some Pasadena electrical work involved, it is always a good idea to leave the installation to a professional. It is simply too risky to try and install it yourself if you are not familiar with the intricacies of electrical wiring. It would be a disaster to go through the process of hanging the chandelier only to have it not work or to be wired wrong and create a dangerous electrical hazard.

You can hit your typical big box home improvement stores to find the perfect chandelier or check out specialty lighting stores. Once you have found the perfect chandelier for your home, give The Electric Connection a call to schedule the installation.