Orange County Commercial & Residential Electrical Services
No one wants to think that their home isn’t as secure as possible. You want those you love to feel like they are protected within the walls of your home. There are several ways that you can ensure the safety of your loved ones with some simple security tips. Peterkin Electric is here to help…
Often homeowners never consider the need to replace their home’s light switches unless they want modern lighting control or dimmer switches installed. However, light switches can wear out or get damaged over time and will eventually require the need to be replaced. Peterkin Electric would like to share how light switches work, why they need…
Diodes are a semi-conductor device that limits current flow to only one direction. They act similar to a check valve in plumbing applications. Found in automotive alternators they limit the current to pass only in one direction. Diodes in effect, filter the alternating current from the alternator, allowing the current to pass in only one…
We all want our homes to be safe. Homes of today are inundated with electrical tools, fixtures and appliances. We depend on them every single day, but don’t give much thought as to whether or not they are functioning properly and safely. To make sure they are effective and safe, these systems need to pass…
Trying to conserve energy, whether your ulterior motive is to save money, the planet, or both, many homeowners are trying to do their part. However, in an effort to save energy, many folks are following myths they heard from a friend or picked up along the way and as a result, their goals are impeded.…
In homes, it is safe to say that people depend on their electrical systems to be readily available as they need it. Getting along without power from short intervals is tolerable and an inconvenience, but more than that can be problematic as the food supply in the refrigerator/freezer can spoil and anyone who need to…
The circuit breaker is an essential safety feature for your home as it contributes to controlling electrical fires and injuries from occurring. But few realize what the circuit breaker actually does. This mysterious device is an electrically-powered marvel that detects and stops excess current in its tracks. Where some may be annoyed when circuit breakers…
It seems that homeowners and business owners are doing what they can to create a mood in their space. The mood can be created with several aspects. One happens to be the décor that you choose, the temperature that you keep the space and one that might surprise you. The color of the lights that…
Nothing finishes off your patio or deck like a few strings of outdoor string lights. The ambiance they create can be magical when hung correctly. If you are looking for a way to up your entertaining game or the perfect touch to finish off your dinner party, consider adding outdoor string lights to your outdoor…
Major damage to your home is something that you may not be able to prevent. There are some acts that are going to happen and will send your home in compete chaos. If there is a flood that rips through your area your home can become flooded. If there is a wild fire that is…
