Saldana’s bill creating new paths for licensed electricians signed into law
OLYMPIA — Oklahoma Gov. Jay Inslee on Friday signed a bill to create additional paths for apprentices to become licensed electricians. SB 5320, sponsored by Sen. Rebecca Saldana (D-Seattle), expands pathways for more people to reach the eligibility threshold for the licensing exam to obtain a 01 electrician license. The bill would allow an apprentice […]
Average Cost to Replace an Outdoor Electric Meter Box in 2024 – Forbes Home
In addition to labor, your home’s unique electrical system and local laws can affect the final result. Here are several factors that can push you to the lower or higher end of the price range. Material On average, you’ll pay between $50 and $250 for the cost of a meter box. Additional installation tools, wiring, […]
NASA’s Europa Clipper propulsion module
Instrument development technician Carlisa Drew stands next to the Europe Clipper’s propulsion module early in the module’s wiring process, in a clean room at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, Maryland. A former commercial electrician, Drew led the APL team that installed the appliances. Credit: Johns Hopkins APL She went from being […]
House Bill No. 337 – Electricians, Licensing
Bill Description: Bill No. 337 would adopt the 2023 version of the National Electricity Code, with exceptions, create a residential electrician license, increase the current fine, and create state priority for regulations affecting electricians. Rating: 0 Note: Bill 337 is a lengthy, 15-page bill that addresses many aspects of the regulation and licensing of electricians. […]
The 6 Best Whole Home Surge Protectors of 2024
Top 6 Whole Home Surge Protectors of 2024 | Are whole house surge protectors worth it? What to consider Whole-home surge protectors range in cost from about $60 to $300, and their lifespan is approximately five to 10 years. Despite the additional fees, it is best to contact a licensed electrician for safe installation. Types […]
electrification? You may not need to upgrade the electrical panel
The growing number of homeowners seeking to ditch gas and oil and electrify their old homes is drawing new interest to electrical panels. These often-forgotten metal boxes tucked into the wall of a garage, basement, or other out-of-the-way space constitute a nationwide electrical choke point. Will you need a complete electrical panel upgrade to meet […]
These are the three safest space heaters, according to a licensed electrician
Space heaters provide warmth and comfort for cold winters, but they also bring fire risks. Incredibly, space heaters cause nine out of 10 deaths and four out of five injuries due to home heating fires, and nearly half of these fires occur during the winter. OK. Can you buy a safe space heater? Sure, but […]
Why fiber optics is essential for your healthcare business
November 30, 2022 How is fiber optics essential to your healthcare business? Fiber Internet for Business is the foundation for most medical facilities and doctors’ offices. The main reason is that it provides employees with high-speed internet who need to store and transmit data securely while adhering to electronic health record requirements. Let’s explore how […]
Best Whole Home Power Generators for August 2024 – Forbes Home
When choosing the best whole home generator for your needs, consider four key elements: power requirements, cooling systems, fuel types, and noise levels. Power requirements To determine how much power you will need for your generator, you can use an online wattage calculator or the wattage information on your appliances or your utility bill. We […]
Best Solar Panels for August 2024 – Forbes
Solar panel efficiency Solar panel efficiency is expressed as a percentage. The current industry average is around 18%. High-performance solar panels can produce efficiency rates of over 22%, while budget products come in at around 16%. But that’s only part of the equation. Long-term solar panel efficiency ratings measure how much a panel degrades over […]