by Jon Shockley | Nov 13, 2024 | Residential, Shockley Electrical Services
Tackling electrical projects around your home can be a great way to save money, learn new skills and gain a sense of accomplishment and ownership in your home. However, DIY work also can require a significant time investment in learning about your home’s...
by Green Mellen | May 13, 2024 | Shockley Electrical Services
Some home electrical projects are easy to DIY, but others may require a professional. If you do a simple internet search for a local electrician, you may come up with multiple possibilities. How do you narrow it down and select the best person for the job? When...
by Green Mellen | Mar 5, 2024 | Shockley Electrical Services
If homeowners give special attention to safety and their local building codes, it is possible to wire a room with lights and outlets for electricity themselves. Taking on do-it-yourself projects like this one requires careful planning and the right tools. Working with...
by Green Mellen | Jan 16, 2024 | Shockley Electrical Services
Light switches are common in every home and type of building on the planet that receives electricity. But have you ever wondered how they work and what choices are available to you when shopping for switches? (Hint: There are a lot!) How does a light switch work? A...
by Jon Shockley | Nov 13, 2023 | Residential, Shockley Electrical Services
As a homeowner or a watcher of old mystery movies, you probably know that water and electricity don’t mix. What you may not know is that modern household electrical outlets are specially designed to keep you and your property safe from electrical mishaps. The...
by Jon Shockley | Oct 16, 2023 | Shockley Electrical Services
The electricity in our homes keeps our lives running. From our computers where we make our livings to cooking our meals to heating and cooling our homes, electricity is integral to modern life. However, it can also be the source of property damage and serious...