Electrical Safety

Circuit Breaker

Circuit Breaker Tripping Constantly? Here’s How to Troubleshoot the Problem

Picture this: You’re halfway through toasting a bagel or deep into your favorite Netflix binge when suddenly — boom — everything shuts off. The lights flicker, appliances die, and your peaceful moment? Gone. Sound familiar? If your circuit breaker keeps tripping, you’re probably stuck in a frustrating cycle of flipping switches, unplugging stuff, and wondering […]

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Zinsco Panel Recall: What Every Homeowner Needs to Know About This Electrical Time Bomb

Have You Checked Your Electrical Panel Lately? If you’re like most homeowners, your electrical panel probably isn’t on your mind—until the lights go out or something smells… well, burnt. But here’s something worth your attention: Zinsco electrical panels. They may have been the hot new thing in the 1960s, but today, they’re causing sparks for

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The Dangers of Overloaded Circuits (And How to Avoid Them!)

Ever been in the middle of making coffee, blow-drying your hair, and—bam!—the power cuts out? Annoying, right? But here’s the thing: overloaded circuits aren’t just inconvenient. They’re a fire hazard. And in places like Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Folsom, and Roseville, where older homes may have outdated wiring, the risk is even higher. At Prime Electric,

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How to Install a Smoke Detector

Let me tell you a quick story. A few years ago, my friend moved into his first apartment, excited, independent, ready to take on the world. But there was one small problem: his smoke detector was missing. “I’ll get to it later,” he said. Later never came. One night, a neighbor’s candle tipped over. Smoke

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