Replacing an Exterior Light Box and Installing a New Wall Lantern on a 1960s Phoenix Home
Replacing an Exterior Light Box and Installing a New Wall Lantern on a 1960s Phoenix Home An outdoor light looks simple from the street, but the part that matters most is hidden behind it. Gideon Electric recently replaced the light box on a 1960s block home in Phoenix and installed a brand new exterior wall […]
Why Your Landscape Lights Stopped Working: Common Causes Phoenix Homeowners Can Check First
Why Landscape Lights Stop Working: The Short Answer Most low-voltage landscape lighting failures trace back to one of five things: a tripped GFCI outlet feeding the transformer, a transformer or timer problem, corroded wire connectors underground, a cable nicked by a shovel or string trimmer, or a failed bulb or fixture. Start at the outlet […]
How to Choose Smoke Detectors for Your Home: Hardwired vs Battery, Photoelectric vs Ionization, and When to Replace Them
How Often to Replace Smoke Detectors: The Short Answer The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends replacing every smoke alarm 10 years after its manufacture date, which is printed on the back or side of the unit, and sooner if it fails a test. Test each alarm monthly and replace standard batteries at least once […]
GFCI vs AFCI Outlets: What the Difference Is and Where Phoenix Homes Need Each
GFCI vs AFCI: The Short Answer A GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) protects people from electric shock. It cuts power the instant current starts leaking out of the circuit, which is why it belongs anywhere electricity and water can meet: kitchens, bathrooms, garages, laundry areas, and outdoors. An AFCI (arc fault circuit interrupter) protects the […]
LED Recessed Trim Retrofit: A Real Phoenix Commercial Office Job
Old recessed can lights get dim, yellow, and expensive to run long before most building owners notice. Gideon Electric recently completed an LED recessed trim retrofit at a commercial office building near Camelback Road and 24th Street in Phoenix, swapping outdated fixtures for new LED trim throughout the space. Here is what a retrofit like […]
How Long Does Pool Electrical Wiring Last? A Real 40+ Year Old Circuit Replacement
A pool electrical circuit does not last forever, and once it passes the 30 to 40 year mark, the odds of a failure go up fast. Gideon Electric recently replaced a pool panel circuit in Chandler, AZ that was over 40 years old, running new IMC conduit and wrapping it in 20 mil PVC tape […]
Is Aluminum Wiring Dangerous? What Older Phoenix Homes Need to Know
Aluminum wiring in older Phoenix homes isn’t automatically dangerous, but loose connections are. Here’s what causes the risk and how it’s actually fixed.
Is Your Pool Making Your Backyard Unsafe? Warning Signs of Faulty Pool Electrical Wiring
Tingling water, a GFCI that won’t stay reset, or a corroded panel near the pool are signs of a real electrical hazard. Here’s what to watch for and what to do.
Signs Your EV Home Charger Needs Professional Repair (Not Replacement)
A flickering light, random stops, or a tripped breaker doesn’t always mean your EV charger is dead. Here’s how to tell if it needs a repair, not a replacement.
Electrical Panel Upgrade: A Phoenix Homeowner’s Guide
Short answer: An electrical panel upgrade replaces your home’s main service panel, the gray metal box where all your breakers live, with a new one rated for more power. Most Phoenix homes upgrading today are going from 100-amp to 200-amp service. You likely need one if your breakers trip regularly, your panel is more than […]