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Explore expert advice, safety tips, and project guidance from the licensed electricians at Beach Electric. Our articles cover everything from home electrical upgrades and energy efficiency to troubleshooting common issues and preparing for inspections.
5 Signs You Need an Electrician Immediately
Our home’s electrical system is a silent and reliable partner in our daily lives. It works so flawlessly in the background that we often take it completely for granted. We flip a switch, and a light comes on. We plug in an appliance, and it powers up. This constant reliability, however, can create a false…
5 Electrical Fire Risks and How To Prevent Them
Your home is your sanctuary, the one place in the world where you and your family should feel completely safe and secure. We fill our homes with modern conveniences and technologies that make our lives easier and more enjoyable, all of which are powered by a silent and invisible force: electricity. While we rely on…
Fall Electrical Safety Checklist for Homeowners
As the long, sunny days of summer give way to the crisp, cool air of autumn here in the Santa Cruz Mountains, our homes begin to change. We start spending more time indoors, the sun sets a little earlier each evening, and we find ourselves reaching for an extra blanket and thinking about turning on…
Debunking 5 Common Electrical Myths
Electricity is one of the most essential and powerful forces in our modern lives. It is also one of the most mysterious. For most homeowners, the intricate network of wires, breakers, and outlets that runs silently behind the walls is a complete enigma. This mystery often gives rise to a set of “common knowledge” and…
Top 5 Reasons to Replace Old Outlets and Switches
The electrical outlets and switches in your home are the most direct and frequently used parts of your entire electrical system. We interact with them every single day, plugging in our devices and flipping lights on and off without a second thought. Because they are so commonplace and generally reliable, they are often completely overlooked…
The Most Common Electrical Code Violations in California
A home’s electrical system is a complex network that powers our modern lives, but it is also a system that carries inherent risks. To protect homeowners and their property, all electrical work is governed by a strict set of safety standards known as the electrical code. Here in California, we have one of the most…
Electrical Upgrades That Increase Home Value
When homeowners think about renovations that add value to their property, the conversation often turns to cosmetic updates like a new kitchen or a remodeled bathroom. While these are certainly powerful improvements, one of the most significant and often overlooked drivers of a home’s value, safety, and appeal to modern buyers is its electrical system….
What to Do If Your Breaker Keeps Tripping
It is a familiar and frustrating experience for every homeowner. You are in the middle of using an appliance when, suddenly, the power in the room cuts out. That abrupt silence is your cue to head to the garage or a utility closet to find your home’s electrical panel and flip a tripped circuit breaker…
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