Orange County Commercial & Residential Electrical Services
Like nearly everything comprising our homes, the light switches have a general lifespan that vary according to a few different factors. Determining when the light switch is in need of replacing is not an exact science, however, for those who know what to look for, you can get them replaced before the inevitable strikes. When…
Today, we at Peterkin Electric would like to refresh our readers on electrical safety tips, as it is National Electrical Safety Month. With the focus on of keeping kids safe, below are some important electrical safety tips concerning children. Installation of Child Proof Outlets Small spaces are a prime target for toddlers that live to…
When you sit down and think about all of the different ways to help your business grow there are so many different things to ponder. Building your website, creating a logo, ordering business cards, hiring the right employees, purchasing the equipment that you need, increasing your social media presence, and more are all integral parts…
We have all become very dependent on the access we have to electricity. It is not something that we hold as a treasure but as a necessity. We expect to walk into a place of business and be greeted by a sliding door, lights and music to set the mood. At home you want to…
At times we all take for granted the little things in our life that help keep your life just the way that we like it. Our homes, cars, grocery stores, electricity, water, and more all help to make our lives easier each and every day. When some of those things stop working properly we do…
When you consider electrical updates or upgrades many people never consider outlets and even if they do, most people don’t realize all of their options. There are many different types of outlets you can install in your home. Some outlets are modern marvels while others enhance safety. When considering electrical upgrades Peterkin Electric will share…
Many homeowners look at their home and dream about the different types of improvements they want to make. There are so many different things you can do to make your house the home of your dreams. One way to make a large change is to add lighting to the inside of your home. Many homes…
When designing a new home or a major renovation of an older home the question of wiring comes up and how much is enough? By code the rule of thumb is that a circuit is rated at 80% and each outlet counts as 1.5 amps. Thus a 15-amp circuit could have up to 8 outlets…
When people think of making improvements to their home they automatically think of all the different projects that can be done to the interior of their home. New cabinets, upgraded countertops, new paint colors, new flooring, more lighting, and so much more could all be on your list of home improvement projects. One area that…
Buying a new home or moving into a new office? Undertaking home remodeling or commercial building alterations to accommodate an office layout? You may want an electrical inspection. Why? Like all mechanical devices switches and outlets wear out. An inspection will identify any replacements for safe operation. Receptacles (outlets) should not be discolored, cracked, have…
