Below are some questions often asked of your Sacramento Area electrician, Griffin Electric:
Remember that for your safety, we always recommend that you hire a licensed & trained electrician to handle any electrical work in your home.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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- Q: Should I be afraid the final cost will be unexpectedly high?
- Q: What will It cost to fix my electrical problem?
- Q: Can Griffin Electric fix my problem today?
- Q: How do I install a light fixture?
- Q: How do I know which dimmer size to use?
- Q: How do I reset my breaker?
- Q: If my breaker keeps tripping, why can't I install a larger breaker myself?
- Q: What should I do if my panels is making strange noises and or strange smells?
- Q: Why can't I run my vacuum and watch television at the same time without tripping a breaker?
- Q: What are ARC Fault breakers?
- Q: Are Federal Pacific (FPE) breakers bad?
- Q: Should Zinsco breaker boxes be replaced?
- Q: What is the difference in aluminum and copper wiring?
- Q: Is it possible to overload a circuit?
- Q: Why did my heating and air conditioning technician tell me to call an electrician for my tripped breaker?
- Q: I want to install an outdoor kitchen, what should I do first?
- Q: My energy bill is too high, what can I do to save?
- Q: Will low voltage lamps really save money on my energy bill?
- Q: How do I fix my chirping smoke detector?
- Q: I think I may have been shocked in my bathtub/shower...?
- Q: Is It okay if my light switch sparks when it is turned on?
- Q: What are arching hazards... why should I worry about loose connections?
- Q: How do I install a ceiling fan?
- Q: Why does my ground fault outlet (GFCI) always trip when it rains?
- Q: Can Griffin Electric help me with my electrical inspectors "to-do" list?
- Q: Why do my lights dim or brighten periodically?
- Q: Why does my electric heater no longer work as well as it did before?
- Q: Does Griffin Electric service or sell generators?
- Q: Does Griffin Electric recommend surge protection?
