November 13, 2021

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2020 NEC Code Change: Surge Protection Now Required

Megan Vaughn November 13, 2021

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Megan Vaughn November 13, 2021

Beware Of Space Heaters: They Must Be On A Dedicated Line

Residential>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesGFCI OutletsAFCI BreakersWhole House Surge ProtectionElectrical Safety InspectionsSmoke & CO DetectorsGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesDedicated CircuitsIndoor LightingLandscape LightingFan InstallationPool & Hot Tub WiringEV Charger InstallationWhole House RewiringHome Theater InstallationCommercial>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesDedicated Computer CircuitsElectrical Safety InspectionsSurge ProtectionGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesBucket Truck ServicesEquipment HookupsIndoor & Outdoor LightingReviewsService Areas>Montgomery County, PABucks County, PAChester County, PADelaware County, PABerks County, PAPhiladelphia County, PAPhotosTeamBlogDealsCommunityAchievementsComicsCareersCompaniesBeware Of Space Heaters: They Must Be On A Dedicated LineIt’s that time of year again. The cold air has finally entered the Southeastern, PA region, just in time for Christmas. Some of us are hoping for snow on the big day we gather to celebrate the birth of Christ. Others are envisioning a time when they are sprawled out on the beach again in the blazing sun with a romance novel. Either way, it’s winter-time in Pottstown, PA and many of us are dusting off the space heaters left in storage and plugging them in to keep warm. KB Electric LLC received a call today from a customer that needed his burnt outlet replaced. Upon arrival, we found out why the customer’s receptacle was burnt: he had a space heater plugged into it. Space heaters MUST be on a dedicated line to ensure proper safety of the unit and the safety of your home. If you use a space heater or are thinking about buying a space heater for a room in your home, please take the time to read this blog as we go into more depth about space heaters on a dedicated line. Please also refer to one of our previous blogs here to learn more about space heater safety. What Is a Dedicated Line?A dedicated line is a line that runs from your main electrical panel on its own circuit breaker to its own dedicated outlet/receptacle. This line/circuit is designated for only ONE appliance. Why Do Space Heaters Needs To Be On A Dedicated Line?The reason for a dedicated line is to not overload your electrical system because of its heavy electrical load that it produces. Dedicated lines prevent blown circuits and fuses, tripping breakers, electrical fires, overheating wires, and damage of appliances. Many appliances should have their own dedicated line and circuit breaker with dedicated outlet like refrigerators, microwaves, ranges, freezers, dryers, washing machines, space heaters, heaters, hot tubs, water pumps, sump pumps, A/C units, etc. (ANYTHING THAT DRAWS A LOT OF ELECTRICITY WHEN IN USE)Your space heater is an “appliance” that needs to be on its own circuit breaker and line with its own outlet/receptacle because it draws a lot of electricity. If the space heater shares a circuit with multiple things in use, it can overheat the wires, cause an electrical fire, damage the space heater, and burn your outlets. IT IS A FIRE HAZARD TO HAVE A SPACE HEATER SHARING A CIRCUIT WITH OTHER APPLIANCES/DEVICES. PLEASE BE AWARE OF THIS WHEN YOU ARE PLUGGING IN YOUR SPACE HEATER. Burnt Outlet From Space Heater Not On A Dedicated Line I Need a Dedicated Line For My Space Heater. Who Should I Call?A licensed and insured electrician should be the only professional to install a dedicated line for your space heater. A dedicated line for any appliance consists of a dedicated outlet, circuit breaker in your main electrical panel, and a dedicated wire/line running from your main panel to the dedicated outlet. An electrician has the hands-on experience to install dedicated lines, as well as the NEC knowledge to install them correctly and safely.Call KB Electric LLC today if you are in need of a dedicated line for your space heater. We are licensed and insured, family-owned and operated for over 15 years, and all of our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and perform continuing education classes to be versed in the latest NEC requirements. (267) 467-3178 CATEGORIES4-Prong OutletsAbout KB Electric LLCAttic FansBallast ReplacementBathroom LightingBollard LightsCable Outlet InstallationCarbon Monoxide DetectorsCeiling Fan InstallationChandelier InstallationChristmas Light SafetyCircuit BreakersCommercial Electrical Safety InspectionsCommercial ElectricianCommercial LightingCurrent Events with ElectricityCurrent Events: EnergyDeck LightingDeck Receptacles/OutletsDedicated CircuitsDeicing CablesDimmer SwitchesDisposing Light BulbsDoorbellsDryer Booster FansElectricity and Energy InnovationsElectric Baseboard Heater InstallationElectric Car Charging InstallationElectric Radiant Floor HeatingElectrical InformationElectrical InnovationsElectrical Panel UpgradeElectrical Remodeling ServicesElectrical Safety InspectionsElectrician vs. Electrical InspectorElectricity BillElectromagnetic FieldsEmergency DisconnectsEmergency Lighting and Exit Sign LightingEnergy Saving TipsEthernet Wall JacksEV Charging SafetyExhaust FansFestoon LightingGarage WiringGeneratorsGFCIsHigh Bay LightingHire a Licensed ElectricianHistory of Ceiling FansHistory of the Dimmer SwitchHistory of Electric CarsHome Electric Car Charging InstallationHot Tub WiringHouse RewireIn The NewsIntercom SystemsKitchen LightingKnob & Tube WiringLED Ballast BypassLED Christmas LightsLED Retrofit LightingLEDsLi-Fi TechnologyLight Color TemperatureLightingLightning FactsLow Voltage Landscape LightingMotion SensorsMoonlightingOutlet SafetyOutdoor Ceiling FansOutdoor Home Security Lighting TipsOutdoor Lamp PostsOutdoor LightingOutdoor Outlet CoversOutdoor Receptacles/OutletsOutdoor Shed WiringParking Lot LightingPendant LightingPhotocell SensorsPool WiringPower and Communication PolesPrivate Utility PolesProperty Management ElectricianRange HoodsRecessed LightsRecessed OutletsRenewable EnergyRomex WiringRV Home Electrical HookupSafety & PreventionShed WiringSingle Phase to Three PhaseSmall BusinessesSmart Light SwitchesSmart OutletsSmart ThermostatsSmoke DetectorsSolar Powered ElectricitySpace HeatersStorefront LightingSurge ProtectionSwimming Pool Electrical SafetySwimming Pool Area LightingSwimming Pool LightingThanksgiving FunTools of the TradeTrack Lighting InstallationTransformersTunable White LEDsTV Wall Mount InstallationTwist Lock ReceptaclesUnder Cabinet LightingUSB OutletsVideo Doorbells The post Beware Of Space Heaters: They Must Be On A Dedicated Line appeared first on KB Electric LLC.
How to Replace a Light Switch

Due to the fact that light switches in our homes see so much use, it’s no surprise that they wear out and need replacing eventually. If you’ve noticed that a light switch in your home is loose, fails to control the light fixture, emits a buzzing or crackling noise, or otherwise malfunctions, it may be … Continue reading “How to Replace a Light Switch” The post How to Replace a Light Switch appeared first on Right Electrical Services LLC | #1 Raleigh Electricians. Did you miss our previous article… https://www.oregonelectricrailway.org/?p=293
Dryer Booster Fan: What Is It And How Does It Work?

Residential>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesGFCI OutletsAFCI BreakersWhole House Surge ProtectionElectrical Safety InspectionsSmoke & CO DetectorsGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesDedicated CircuitsIndoor LightingLandscape LightingFan InstallationPool & Hot Tub WiringEV Charger InstallationWhole House RewiringHome Theater InstallationCommercial>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesDedicated Computer CircuitsElectrical Safety InspectionsSurge ProtectionGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesBucket Truck ServicesEquipment HookupsIndoor & Outdoor LightingReviewsAreas We Serve>Montgomery County, PABucks County, PAChester County, PADelaware County, PABerks County, PAPhiladelphia County, PAPhotosOur TeamBlogDealsCommunity OutreachCompaniesCareersDryer Booster Fan: What Is It And How Does It Work? We recently got a call from a customer this week who was in need of a dryer booster fan replacement. We realized we haven’t done a blog about one of these bad boys yet, so of course it was a no-brainer that we write one today! Let’s get right into what a dryer vent booster fan is, how it works, why you may need one, and who to call for installation. What Is A Dryer Booster Fan? A dryer vent booster fan is a fan that connects to your dryer duct to help increase airflow. The boost in airflow with a fan like this allows for the successful removal of built-up dryer lint in your ductwork, as well as efficient drying time of your clothing. How Do Dryer Booster Fans Work? Dryer booster fans utilize backward inclined blades to effectively pull air out of the duct while allowing for other debris like dryer lint to pass through. Do I Need A Dryer Vent Fan? You may need a booster fan for your dryer if you are experiencing long drying times, if your duct run for your dryer is over 25 feet long, or if your duct run for your dryer has multiple bends. If you are noticing that you need continual duct cleanouts from dryer lint and debris, you may also benefit from a booster fan for your dryer. Benefits of Dryer Booster FansExtended ventilation.Reduced drying time for your clothing.Reduced energy consumption since your dryer won’t be running as long. (50% or more!)Reduce fire hazard of lint build-up.You won’t need continuous duct cleanouts from a professional. (saves you cash!) Who Can Install My Dryer Booster Fan? Hire a professional who is licensed and insured to install your new dryer vent fan. The master electricians at KB Electric LLC can help install any and all types of booster fans for any ductwork. We are licensed and insured, versed in the NEC (National Electric Code), and our techs have the proper tools and equipment for safe installation. Call us today! (267)-467-3178. CATEGORIES4-Prong OutletsAbout KB Electric LLCAttic FansBallast ReplacementBathroom LightingCable Outlet InstallationCarbon Monoxide DetectorsCeiling Fan InstallationChandelier InstallationChristmas Light SafetyCircuit BreakersCommercial Electrical Safety InspectionsCommercial ElectricianCommercial LightingCurrent Events with ElectricityCurrent Events: EnergyDeck LightingDeck Receptacles/OutletsDedicated CircuitsDeicing CablesDimmer SwitchesDisposing Light BulbsDoorbellsDryer Booster FansElectricity and Energy InnovationsElectric Baseboard Heater InstallationElectric Car Charging InstallationElectric Radiant Floor HeatingElectrical InformationElectrical InnovationsElectrical Panel UpgradeElectrical Remodeling ServicesElectrical Safety InspectionsElectrician vs. Electrical InspectorElectricity BillElectromagnetic FieldsEmergency DisconnectsEmergency Lighting and Exit Sign LightingEnergy Saving TipsEthernet Wall JacksEV Charging SafetyExhaust FansFestoon LightingGarage WiringGeneratorsGFCIsHigh Bay LightingHire a Licensed ElectricianHistory of Ceiling FansHistory of the Dimmer SwitchHistory of Electric CarsHome Electric Car Charging InstallationHot Tub WiringHouse RewireIn The NewsIntercom SystemsKitchen LightingKnob & Tube WiringLED Ballast BypassLED Christmas LightsLED Retrofit LightingLEDsLi-Fi TechnologyLight Color TemperatureLightingLightning FactsLow Voltage Landscape LightingMotion SensorsMoonlightingOutlet SafetyOutdoor Ceiling FansOutdoor Home Security Lighting TipsOutdoor Lamp PostsOutdoor LightingOutdoor Outlet CoversOutdoor Receptacles/OutletsOutdoor Shed WiringParking Lot LightingPendant LightingPhotocell SensorsPool WiringPower and Communication PolesProperty Management ElectricianRange HoodsRecessed LightsRecessed OutletsRenewable EnergyRomex WiringRV Home Electrical HookupSafety & PreventionShed WiringSingle Phase to Three PhaseSmall BusinessesSmart Light SwitchesSmart OutletsSmart ThermostatsSmoke DetectorsSolar Powered ElectricitySpace HeatersStorefront LightingSurge ProtectionSwimming Pool Electrical SafetySwimming Pool Area LightingSwimming Pool LightingThanksgiving FunTrack Lighting InstallationTransformersTunable White LEDsTV Wall Mount InstallationTwist Lock ReceptaclesUnder Cabinet LightingUSB OutletsVideo Doorbells The post Dryer Booster Fan: What Is It And How Does It Work? appeared first on KB Electric LLC.
Hardwired vs Plug-In EV Charging Installation: Which Is Better?

Residential>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesGFCI OutletsAFCI BreakersWhole House Surge ProtectionElectrical Safety InspectionsSmoke & CO DetectorsGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesDedicated CircuitsIndoor LightingLandscape LightingFan InstallationPool & Hot Tub WiringEV Charger InstallationWhole House RewiringHome Theater InstallationCommercial>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesDedicated Computer CircuitsElectrical Safety InspectionsSurge ProtectionGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesBucket Truck ServicesEquipment HookupsIndoor & Outdoor LightingReviewsAreas We Serve>Montgomery County, PABucks County, PAChester County, PADelaware County, PABerks County, PAPhiladelphia County, PAPhotosOur TeamBlogDealsCommunity OutreachCompaniesCareersHardwired vs Plug-In EV Charging Installation: Which Is Better?If you are on the market for a new electric vehicle (EV), you’re probably doing a lot of research on the best options for charging one. KB Electric LLC has been doing EV charger installations for quite some time, and the calls keep coming in to get them done. Many EV owners purchase a level 2 charger and have one of our master electricians install it for them. There are two options when installing your level 2 EV charger: a hardwired vs plug-in EV charging installation. So, which is better? Let’s take a look at what a level 2 EV charger is, the two options for installing one, and which option KB Electric LLC recommends for installation.Before we dabble with the details, no matter the hardwired type or plug-in, EV chargers should be installed by a professional. KB Electric LLCalways recommends that a licensed and insured electrician installs your EV home charger, especially if it is hardwired. Hardwired EV Charging Installation – Tesla Charger What Is a Level 2 EV Charger?A Level 2 EV Charger utilizes a 240v outlet, also known as a NEMA 50r receptacle (when not hardwired). This outlet is the same as the one your clothing dryer uses (if you don’t have a hardwired dryer). Level 2 EV chargers can take up to 6.5 hours to fully charge the battery using a brand like the ClipperCreek LEVEL 2 HCS-40PR. For most brands of EVs, level 2 chargers are typically 3 to 5 times faster to fully charge the battery than a level 1 EV charger (utilizes a 120v outlet). There are so many brands of level 2 EV chargers on the market. Most of these EV chargers can be installed inside or outside of your garage. Most of the level 2 EV chargers can also be hardwired instead of plugged in using the 240v outlet. What does hardwiring your EV charger entail? Let’s go over it. Hardwired vs Plug-In EV Charging Installation HardwiredWith a hardwired EV charging installation, an electrician installs a dedicated 60AMP line from your main electrical panel to the desired EV charger location. At KB Electric LLC, we install a fire-rated backboard, as well as the NEC code required sub-panel to terminate power to the unit if needed. For this installation, the EV charging unit does not utilize a 240v outlet since it is hardwired into your main panel. Hardwired EV Charger Installation Plug-InWith a plug-in EV charging installation, an electrician installs a 240v outlet also known as a NEMA 50r receptacle, at the desired EV charger location to plug into. Plug-In EV Charger Installation – NEMA 50r (240v) Receptacle Plug-In EV Charger Installation – NEMA 50r (240v) Receptacle Should I Get A Hardwired or Plug-In EV Charger Installation?At all comes down to preference. Personally for the owner at KB Electric LLC, the hardwired option looks the cleanest. So you can say it all comes down to aesthetic appeal. Just take a look at the two pictures above in the hardwired section of this blog . The cord on the EV charger rolls up nicely, and you don’t have any wires hanging down. It also poses less of a trip hazard from the cord being left out. Either way, the hardwired or the plug-in EV charger install can be executed by the master electricians at KB Electric LLC. Call us today for your EV charging installation! (267) 467-3178CATEGORIES4-Prong OutletsAbout KB Electric LLCAttic FansBallast ReplacementBathroom LightingCable Outlet InstallationCarbon Monoxide DetectorsCeiling Fan InstallationChandelier InstallationChristmas Light SafetyCircuit BreakersCommercial Electrical Safety InspectionsCommercial ElectricianCommercial LightingCurrent Events with ElectricityCurrent Events: EnergyDeck LightingDeck Receptacles/OutletsDedicated CircuitsDeicing CablesDimmer SwitchesDisposing Light BulbsDoorbellsDryer Booster FansElectricity and Energy InnovationsElectric Baseboard Heater InstallationElectric Car Charging InstallationElectric Radiant Floor HeatingElectrical InformationElectrical InnovationsElectrical Panel UpgradeElectrical Remodeling ServicesElectrical Safety InspectionsElectrician vs. Electrical InspectorElectricity BillElectromagnetic FieldsEmergency DisconnectsEmergency Lighting and Exit Sign LightingEnergy Saving TipsEthernet Wall JacksEV Charging SafetyExhaust FansFestoon LightingGarage WiringGeneratorsGFCIsHigh Bay LightingHire a Licensed ElectricianHistory of Ceiling FansHistory of the Dimmer SwitchHistory of Electric CarsHome Electric Car Charging InstallationHot Tub WiringHouse RewireIn The NewsIntercom SystemsKitchen LightingKnob & Tube WiringLED Ballast BypassLED Christmas LightsLED Retrofit LightingLEDsLi-Fi TechnologyLight Color TemperatureLightingLightning FactsLow Voltage Landscape LightingMotion SensorsMoonlightingOutlet SafetyOutdoor Ceiling FansOutdoor Home Security Lighting TipsOutdoor Lamp PostsOutdoor LightingOutdoor Outlet CoversOutdoor Receptacles/OutletsOutdoor Shed WiringParking Lot LightingPendant LightingPhotocell SensorsPool WiringPower and Communication PolesProperty Management ElectricianRange HoodsRecessed LightsRecessed OutletsRenewable EnergyRomex WiringRV Home Electrical HookupSafety & PreventionShed WiringSingle Phase to Three PhaseSmall BusinessesSmart Light SwitchesSmart OutletsSmart ThermostatsSmoke DetectorsSolar Powered ElectricitySpace HeatersStorefront LightingSurge ProtectionSwimming Pool Electrical SafetySwimming Pool Area LightingSwimming Pool LightingThanksgiving FunTrack Lighting InstallationTransformersTunable White LEDsTV Wall Mount InstallationTwist Lock ReceptaclesUnder Cabinet LightingUSB OutletsVideo Doorbells The post Hardwired vs Plug-In EV Charging Installation: Which Is Better? appeared first on KB Electric LLC.
Bedside Bearer: First Ever Wall Mounted, Motion-Activated Night-light Cup Holder

Residential>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesGFCI OutletsAFCI BreakersWhole House Surge ProtectionElectrical Safety InspectionsSmoke & CO DetectorsGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesDedicated CircuitsIndoor LightingLandscape LightingFan InstallationPool & Hot Tub WiringEV Charger InstallationWhole House RewiringHome Theater InstallationCommercial>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesDedicated Computer CircuitsElectrical Safety InspectionsSurge ProtectionGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesBucket Truck ServicesEquipment HookupsIndoor & Outdoor LightingReviewsAreas We Serve>Montgomery County, PABucks County, PAChester County, PADelaware County, PABerks County, PAPhiladelphia County, PAPhotosOur TeamBlogDealsCommunity OutreachCompaniesCareersBedside Bearer: First Ever Wall Mounted, Motion-Activated Night-light Cup HolderMeet the Bedside Bearer: the first ever wall mounted, motion-activated night-light cup holder equipped with a fiber optic LED light. This LED light wraps around the ring of the cup holder and is gentle on the eyes so as to not disturb your circadian rhythm. Fitting all types of drinkware, the Bedside Bearer is patent-pending, made in America, and installs to virtually all types of wall surfaces. But why a wall mounted cup holder you may ask? Isn’t that what my nightstand is for? Let’s give you a little background of how the Bedside Bearer came to fruition, describe how it works, the goal of the product, and the vision of the company behind this patent-pending invention. How The Bedside Bearer All BeganFirst of all, let’s explain why KB Electric LLC is blogging about the Bedside Bearer to begin with. Not only is it an electrical innovation that deals with LED fiber optics and is a first of its kind, but the owner of KB Electric LLC created it. That’s right! Owner and operator, Keith Busby of KB Electric LLC came up with this invention while laying in bed one night. If you know Keith like I do (because I’m his wife), you know that he constantly spills his glass of water onto his nightstand and floor in the middle of the night. He can’t see in the pitch black of the night, and constantly fumbles around looking for his cup of water to quench his dry mouth. The dropped glasses of water was so bad that while moving our old furniture into our new home, Keith noticed mold on the back of his nightstand. This is no joke.So, we laid there and after the thousandth time of spilling his water onto the floor, the lightbulb clicked on. “I need a cup holder with a light on it!” After the idea came to him, Keith called up his buddy, Kevin and they decided to create the one-of-a-kind invention. After three years of development and research and three prototypes later, the Bedside Bearer is patent-pending and almost ready for production. Why The Bedside Bearer?Made in America!Declutters your nightstand, giving you more space for books, reading glasses, tissues, iPad, mouth guard, smart phone, alarm clock, etc. (LESS CHANCE FOR SPILLS!)Perfect for quenching the thirst in the morning and in the middle of the night.Your drink can hang on your wall in smaller spaces without a nightstand.The illumination from the Bedside Bearer won’t wake your spouse, and you won’t need to turn on any bedroom lights.Gentle LED fiber optic light won’t disrupt circadian rhythm. Versatile: The Bedside Bearer isn’t justfor bedrooms. It can accommodate any space with minimal furniture like your garage/shed, RV camper, small living room, etc.Perfect gift ideas for anyone!Fits a wide variety of drinkware.Sleek design complements any home decor. How Does The Bedside Bearer Work?Once you attach your Bedside Bearer to any flat wall surface, you are all set for the Bedside Bearer to hold any type of drinkware. This motion-activated LED fiber optic cup holder operates with 2 AAA batteries. Just wave your hand in the vicinity of the cup holder, and the gentle LED light turns on via a motion sensor. The LED fiber optic light featured on the ring has a soft glow and is gentle on the eyes. It will give enough light to see your cup without disturbing or waking up your partner. Giving BackThe Bedside Bearer simplifies needing a drink at night, but there are many around the world who do not have access to any water at all, day or night. That is why 5% of the profits will go towards World Vision. This non-profit creates wells for people who need clean drinking water. Where Can I Buy a Bedside Bearer?The kickstarter page to help with funding for the production of the Bedside Bearer is coming soon! Check out the website for more info: bedsidebearer.comPlease send the company an email if you are interested in buying a Bedside Bearer and for up-to-date information about the process of its development. Email: [email protected] will update this section of the blog with the Bedside Beater kickstarter page when it goes live!CATEGORIES4-Prong OutletsAbout KB Electric LLCAttic FansBallast ReplacementBathroom LightingCable Outlet InstallationCarbon Monoxide DetectorsCeiling Fan InstallationChandelier InstallationChristmas Light SafetyCircuit BreakersCommercial Electrical Safety InspectionsCommercial ElectricianCommercial LightingCurrent Events with ElectricityCurrent Events: EnergyDeck LightingDeck Receptacles/OutletsDedicated CircuitsDeicing CablesDimmer SwitchesDisposing Light BulbsDoorbellsDryer Booster FansElectricity and Energy InnovationsElectric Baseboard Heater InstallationElectric Car Charging InstallationElectric Radiant Floor HeatingElectrical InformationElectrical InnovationsElectrical Panel UpgradeElectrical Remodeling ServicesElectrical Safety InspectionsElectrician vs. Electrical InspectorElectricity BillElectromagnetic FieldsEmergency DisconnectsEmergency Lighting and Exit Sign LightingEnergy Saving TipsEthernet Wall JacksEV Charging SafetyExhaust FansFestoon LightingGarage WiringGeneratorsGFCIsHigh Bay LightingHire a Licensed ElectricianHistory of Ceiling FansHistory of the Dimmer SwitchHistory of Electric CarsHome Electric Car Charging InstallationHot Tub WiringHouse RewireIn The NewsIntercom SystemsKitchen LightingKnob & Tube WiringLED Ballast BypassLED Christmas LightsLED Retrofit LightingLEDsLi-Fi TechnologyLight Color TemperatureLightingLightning FactsLow Voltage Landscape LightingMotion SensorsMoonlightingOutlet SafetyOutdoor Ceiling FansOutdoor Home Security Lighting TipsOutdoor Lamp PostsOutdoor LightingOutdoor Outlet CoversOutdoor Receptacles/OutletsOutdoor Shed WiringParking Lot LightingPendant LightingPhotocell SensorsPool WiringPower and Communication PolesProperty Management ElectricianRange HoodsRecessed LightsRecessed OutletsRenewable EnergyRomex WiringRV Home Electrical HookupSafety & PreventionShed WiringSingle Phase to Three PhaseSmall BusinessesSmart Light SwitchesSmart OutletsSmart ThermostatsSmoke DetectorsSolar Powered ElectricitySpace HeatersStorefront LightingSurge ProtectionSwimming Pool Electrical SafetySwimming Pool Area LightingSwimming Pool LightingThanksgiving FunTrack Lighting InstallationTransformersTunable White LEDsTV Wall Mount InstallationTwist Lock ReceptaclesUnder Cabinet LightingUSB OutletsVideo Doorbells The post Bedside Bearer: First Ever Wall Mounted, Motion-Activated Night-light Cup Holder appeared first on KB Electric LLC.
How Does A Transfer Switch Work For A Home Generator?

Residential>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesGFCI OutletsAFCI BreakersWhole House Surge ProtectionElectrical Safety InspectionsSmoke & CO DetectorsGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesDedicated CircuitsIndoor LightingLandscape LightingFan InstallationPool & Hot Tub WiringEV Charger InstallationWhole House RewiringHome Theater InstallationCommercial>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesDedicated Computer CircuitsElectrical Safety InspectionsSurge ProtectionGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesBucket Truck ServicesEquipment HookupsIndoor & Outdoor LightingReviewsAreas We Serve>Montgomery County, PABucks County, PAChester County, PADelaware County, PABerks County, PAPhiladelphia County, PAPhotosOur TeamBlogDealsCommunity OutreachCompaniesCareersHow Does A Transfer Switch Work For A Home Generator?KB Electric LLC installs many portable generators and whole home generators for our customers. There are two options when powering up your generator from your main electrical panel: an interlock kit or a transfer switch. Today, our electrician Darren Souder will explain in a video how the transfer switch option works. What Is A Generator Transfer Switch? A generator transfer switch is a device that enables you to connect your generator to your home’s wiring, and is installed near your electrical panel into a dedicated outlet with just one cord. The device allows you to power your most needed circuits in the event of a power outage.Examples of different things to power up with your transfer switch would be your heating system, water heater, refrigerator, a few important lights and outlets in different rooms, well pump, septic pump, etc. You can choose which circuits you would want in the device with the generator, but not all the circuits that are in your main electrical panel. How Does A Transfer Switch Work?Let’s have Darren explain to us how a transfer switch works for a home generator: Hire KB Electric LLC For Your Generator HookupOur master electricians at KB Electric LLC can install any hookup for your home generator. Whether it’s a portable generator or a whole home generator, you can trust us to supply you with power! Whether it’s an interlock kit for your main electrical panel, or a transfer switch connected to your main electrical panel, we can help you get power to your home when you need it most. KB Electric LLC is licensed and insured, and we serve all of Southeastern, PA counties including Montgomery County, Berks County, Bucks County, Chester County, and Delaware County, PA. Give us a ring! (267) 467-3178 CATEGORIES4-Prong OutletsAbout KB Electric LLCAttic FansBallast ReplacementBathroom LightingCable Outlet InstallationCarbon Monoxide DetectorsCeiling Fan InstallationChandelier InstallationChristmas Light SafetyCircuit BreakersCommercial Electrical Safety InspectionsCommercial ElectricianCommercial LightingCurrent Events with ElectricityCurrent Events: EnergyDeck LightingDeck Receptacles/OutletsDedicated CircuitsDeicing CablesDimmer SwitchesDisposing Light BulbsDoorbellsDryer Booster FansElectricity and Energy InnovationsElectric Baseboard Heater InstallationElectric Car Charging InstallationElectric Radiant Floor HeatingElectrical InformationElectrical InnovationsElectrical Panel UpgradeElectrical Remodeling ServicesElectrical Safety InspectionsElectrician vs. Electrical InspectorElectricity BillElectromagnetic FieldsEmergency DisconnectsEmergency Lighting and Exit Sign LightingEnergy Saving TipsEthernet Wall JacksEV Charging SafetyExhaust FansFestoon LightingGarage WiringGeneratorsGFCIsHigh Bay LightingHire a Licensed ElectricianHistory of Ceiling FansHistory of the Dimmer SwitchHistory of Electric CarsHome Electric Car Charging InstallationHot Tub WiringHouse RewireIn The NewsIntercom SystemsKitchen LightingKnob & Tube WiringLED Ballast BypassLED Christmas LightsLED Retrofit LightingLEDsLi-Fi TechnologyLight Color TemperatureLightingLightning FactsLow Voltage Landscape LightingMotion SensorsMoonlightingOutlet SafetyOutdoor Ceiling FansOutdoor Home Security Lighting TipsOutdoor Lamp PostsOutdoor LightingOutdoor Outlet CoversOutdoor Receptacles/OutletsOutdoor Shed WiringParking Lot LightingPendant LightingPhotocell SensorsPool WiringPower and Communication PolesProperty Management ElectricianRange HoodsRecessed LightsRecessed OutletsRenewable EnergyRomex WiringRV Home Electrical HookupSafety & PreventionShed WiringSingle Phase to Three PhaseSmall BusinessesSmart Light SwitchesSmart OutletsSmart ThermostatsSmoke DetectorsSolar Powered ElectricitySpace HeatersStorefront LightingSurge ProtectionSwimming Pool Electrical SafetySwimming Pool Area LightingSwimming Pool LightingThanksgiving FunTrack Lighting InstallationTransformersTunable White LEDsTV Wall Mount InstallationTwist Lock ReceptaclesUnder Cabinet LightingUSB OutletsVideo DoorbellsThe post How Does A Transfer Switch Work For A Home Generator? appeared first on KB Electric LLC.
LED Strobe Light Smoke Alarm Installation For Hearing Impaired: KB Electric LLC

Residential>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesGFCI OutletsAFCI BreakersWhole House Surge ProtectionElectrical Safety InspectionsSmoke & CO DetectorsGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesDedicated CircuitsIndoor LightingLandscape LightingFan InstallationPool & Hot Tub WiringEV Charger InstallationWhole House RewiringHome Theater InstallationCommercial>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesDedicated Computer CircuitsElectrical Safety InspectionsSurge ProtectionGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesBucket Truck ServicesEquipment HookupsIndoor & Outdoor LightingReviewsAreas We Serve>Montgomery County, PABucks County, PAChester County, PADelaware County, PABerks County, PAPhiladelphia County, PAPhotosOur TeamBlogDealsCommunity OutreachCompaniesCareersLED Strobe Light Smoke Alarm Installation For Hearing Impaired: KB Electric LLCMany people don’t realize that there are different types of smoke alarms for the hearing impaired that can be installed. If you are in need of a LED strobe light smoke alarm installation, the electricians at KB Electric LLC can hook you up! We provide any and all smoke alarm installations for anyone residing in the Montgomery County, PA area, as well as Berks, Bucks, Chester, and Delaware, PA counties. LED Strobe Light Smoke Alarm What Is A LED Strobe Light Smoke Alarm? A LED strobe light smoke alarm is a type of smoke detector for the hearing impaired. Just like a common smoke detector, the LED strobe light smoke detector can detect smoke, heat, and CO. The LED strobe light smoke alarm works by using a photoelectric sensor that alerts the homeowner of the danger, emitting a flashing light via a smart strobe. There are usually two types of different flashing patterns to distinguish between smoke and carbon monoxide.A common brand for this would the First Alert Hardwired LED Strobe Light Smoke Alarm with 10-Year Sealed Battery – 7020BSL (just a smoke detector), and the First Alert Hardwired Smoke & CO Alarm with LED Strobe Light and 10-Year Sealed Battery – 7030BSL (smoke and CO combination detector).Most LED strobe light smoke/CO alarms can be hardwired and interconnected. What Is a LED Strobe Light Device?There are also LED strobe light devices that aren’t smoke detectors, but are just devices that signal a light pattern. These devices interconnect with your existing smoke/CO alarms, but don’t necessarily “detect” the smoke, heat and CO. When your other regular smoke and CO detectors around your home sound, the device with the LED strobe light will go off with your other detectors, emitting a flashing light. A common brand for this would be the First Alert Hardwired Hearing Impaired LED Strobe Light – SLED177.The LED strobe lights can be interconnected and hardwired with your existing smoke and CO detectors. Hire KB Electric LLC For LED Strobe Light Smoke Alarm InstallationNeed an electrician to help you install a LED strobe light smoke detector? One of our licensed and insured electricians at KB Electric LLC can perform any LED strobe light smoke alarm installation for you. Our electricians are versed in the NEC (National Electric Code) for compliance, and know the ins and outs of wiring your new smoke/CO detector. Whether you need a LED strobe light smoke alarm or a regular smoke alarm installed, call the team of highly skilled electricians to help you out. 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Kingdom Builders Outdoor Worship Nights 2021

Residential>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesGFCI OutletsAFCI BreakersWhole House Surge ProtectionElectrical Safety InspectionsSmoke & CO DetectorsGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesDedicated CircuitsIndoor LightingLandscape LightingFan InstallationPool & Hot Tub WiringEV Charger InstallationWhole House RewiringHome Theater InstallationCommercial>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesDedicated Computer CircuitsElectrical Safety InspectionsSurge ProtectionGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesBucket Truck ServicesEquipment HookupsIndoor & Outdoor LightingReviewsAreas We Serve>Montgomery County, PABucks County, PAChester County, PADelaware County, PABerks County, PAPhiladelphia County, PAPhotosOur TeamBlogDealsCommunity OutreachCompaniesCareersKingdom Builders Outdoor Worship Nights Kingdom Builders is a group of people who want to see others encountered by the love of Jesus. Kingdom Builders does this by meeting to worship on the 3rd Saturday of the month from May through October. For 2021, the dates are as follows (Dates are subject to change. Please check back periodically for updates):May 15June 19July 17August 21September 18October 16 Location:KB Electric LLC’s new shop location in the backyard: 3327 West Ridge Pike Pottstown PA 19464. Event Details:The events start at 6:30pm and go until roughly 9pm. You may come and go as you please. Events include worship from local bands, yard games, a bon fire with s’mores, and fellowship. Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on. In case of rain, we will post on Kingdom Builders Facebook page the indoor location. All are welcome! Community Outreach PostsDrumming For JesusKingdom Builders Outdoor Worship Nights 2021Redemption1010…a Church For Jesus and New LifeSupport Our Campaign: LLS Cure for MomsFREE Paintball At Our Shop!Purple Pallet Book Club: Free Women’s Book Club With a Twist!Superhero Showdown 15k/5k RaceThe Yoder Family: Prayers For Healing and Support For Carson YoderVanessa’s VillageDonations 2016: A Year In Review The post Kingdom Builders Outdoor Worship Nights 2021 appeared first on KB Electric LLC.
Drumming For Jesus

Residential>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesGFCI OutletsAFCI BreakersWhole House Surge ProtectionElectrical Safety InspectionsSmoke & CO DetectorsGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesDedicated CircuitsIndoor LightingLandscape LightingFan InstallationPool & Hot Tub WiringEV Charger InstallationWhole House RewiringHome Theater InstallationCommercial>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesDedicated Computer CircuitsElectrical Safety InspectionsSurge ProtectionGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesBucket Truck ServicesEquipment HookupsIndoor & Outdoor LightingReviewsAreas We Serve>Montgomery County, PABucks County, PAChester County, PADelaware County, PABerks County, PAPhiladelphia County, PAPhotosOur TeamBlogDealsCommunity OutreachCompaniesCareersDrumming For Jesus Musicians of no talent or much talent, join us for outdoor prayer and praise! Currently, we are focused on the Pottstown and surrounding area. Our aim is to spread the good news of Jesus and petition to the Lord for revival in our cities and nation. It’s quite simple and a lot of fun. We gather with any and all instruments and make noise for the King of Kings. No skill required, anyone can hammer out four on the floor and praise our Lord. It is our goal to gather every other week or so in the borough of Pottstown (next to the police station). If somehow you were lead to read this and feel like you want to join us, please contact me (Keith) 267.467.3178.Community Outreach PostsDrumming For JesusKingdom Builders Outdoor Worship Nights 2021Redemption1010…a Church For Jesus and New LifeSupport Our Campaign: LLS Cure for MomsFREE Paintball At Our Shop!Purple Pallet Book Club: Free Women’s Book Club With a Twist!Superhero Showdown 15k/5k RaceThe Yoder Family: Prayers For Healing and Support For Carson YoderVanessa’s VillageDonations 2016: A Year In Review The post Drumming For Jesus appeared first on KB Electric LLC.
2020 NEC Code Change: Surge Protection Now Required

Residential>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesGFCI OutletsAFCI BreakersWhole House Surge ProtectionElectrical Safety InspectionsSmoke & CO DetectorsGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesDedicated CircuitsIndoor LightingLandscape LightingFan InstallationPool & Hot Tub WiringEV Charger InstallationWhole House RewiringHome Theater InstallationCommercial>Troubleshooting & Repair ServicesDedicated Computer CircuitsElectrical Safety InspectionsSurge ProtectionGenerator InstallationElectrical Panel UpgradesBucket Truck ServicesEquipment HookupsIndoor & Outdoor LightingReviewsAreas We Serve>Montgomery County, PABucks County, PAChester County, PADelaware County, PABerks County, PAPhiladelphia County, PAPhotosOur TeamBlogDealsCommunity OutreachCompaniesCareers2020 NEC Code Change: Surge Protection Now RequiredThe 2020 NEC (National Electric Code) has made surge protection required for service replacements and upgrades. With a new service, service upgrade, or service replacement, there must now be a type 1 or type 2 surge protector installed. What does this mean for you as a homeowner? Before we discuss this new 2020 NEC code change, let’s first explain what the NEC is, why it’s important for frequent changes, and why surge protection now required in the 2020 NEC is crucial for new service installations. What is the NEC?The NEC is the safety standard for electrical equipment and wiring installations for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. The purpose of the NEC is to protect people from electrical hazards, as well as to keep the property safe from things like electrical fires. The NEC is adopted by the NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency), and is revised every three years. Why is the NEC revised every three years?Due to the never-ending technological advancements we experience in our world, it’s important for the NEC to undergo reviews and revisions to keep everyone safe. Certain things may come up that weren’t previously thought of before, requiring the NFPA to improve and change the NEC for the utmost safety of people and their property. 2020 NEC Code Change: Surge Protection What is Surge Protection?We blogged awhile back about what whole house surge protection is, and you can revisit that blog here. To recap, this is protection for your devices, appliances, computers etc. throughout your entire home from surges (an increase of electrical voltage) that can occur outside the home from things like a lightning strike on a utility line, work being done on the utility line, a storm that destroys the power lines, falling trees, etc.There are two types of surge protectors that keep your house safe from electrical surges. Type 1 refers to a meter base surge protector, and type 2 refers to a panel base surge protector. Either one is required for a new service replacement or upgrade as one of the 2020 NEC code changes. Type 1 – Meter Base Surge ProtectorWe also blogged about type 1 surge protectors, also known as meter base surge protectors. Take a look here. To recap, whole house surge protection type 1 refers to a SPD (surge protective device) that mounts onto the outside meter of your home. This is the first line of defense against surges. It’s a meter-based surge protector that reduces extra voltage (surge) from the power grid, before it reaches your main electrical panel. Surge Protection: Type 1 Meter Base Surge Protector Type 2 – Panel Base Surge ProtectorA panel base surge protector is a device that is installed on your main electrical panel. This type of device helps protect the surges that can occur within the home, like appliances cycling on and off. 80% of surges occur within the home, while the other 20% occur outside the home (type 1 – meter base device helps with these surges). Surge Protection: Type 2 Panel Base Surge Protector To get complete surge protection coverage, KB Electric LLC recommends getting both type 1 and type 2 installed for your home. Surge Protection Now Required For Residential Service Upgrades and Replacements For the new 2020 NEC code changes, it is required that all residential service upgrades, replacements, and new service installations (new construction of homes) have type 1 or type 2 surge protection installed. Why Are SPDs (Surge Protective Devices) Required Under 2020 NEC Code?The main reason for the 2020 NEC code change requiring surge protection for service upgrades and replacements is to protect your home’s appliances and devices. This means that the NEC goes beyond protecting people by also protecting your property. A blown TV, stereo system, computer, etc is very costly, even if it is covered through insurance. Someone is still paying for it!This also protects the people as well. Here’s how:If you have temporary power for your home (i.e., a generator), this causes power fluctuation. A home has AFCIs (arc fault circuit interupptors) and GFCIs (ground fault circuit interruptors) to protect people from shock, electrocution, and electrical fires. Homes also have smoke alarms. All three of these are the most commonly blown electronics due to their sensitivity of control boards. You would want these devices protected by a whole house surge protection device, like type 1 and type 2 SPDs to protect you from electrical fires and hazards. What Does This Mean For Me As A Homeowner?With a service that doesn’t need to be changed, you don’t have to do anything right now. If you need a service panel replacement or upgrade, then you may need to have a surge protector installed. But…It all depends on what NEC code your state/municipality has adopted.Since the 2020 NEC JUST came out, it could take a few years or so for an area to use it. For example, according to the NFPA’s website, “As of July 1, 2020, the 2020 NEC is in effect in four states, the 2017 NEC is in effect in 31 states, the 2014 NEC is in effect in 9 states and the 2008 NEC is in effect in three states.”So, as of now, the state of PA uses the 2014 NEC for home and commercial electrical installations. BUT, this will obviously change in the future, and if you were to sell your home or buy another home, its best to stay up to the current code for safety and compliance.At KB Electric LLC, our team of qualified electricians would be happy to install surge protection for your […]

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