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Why Hire a Licensed Electrical Contractor?

Many home and business owners hire a handyman, carpenter or electrician “on the side” to do their electrical remodel and updating in an attempt to save money.  Indeed, if you hire an electrician who doesn’t pay workman’s compensation insurance, unemployment … Continue reading

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Knob and Tube Wiring

Introduction Knob and tube wiring is a two wire, non-grounded wiring system that is supported by knobs where it attaches to framing members and runs through tubes where it penetrates framing. It was the main form of residential wiring until … Continue reading

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