Peaden Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical Blog: Archive for the ‘Electrical’ Category

How to Tell You Need to Update Your Electrical Panel

Monday, October 21st, 2024
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Your electrical panel is the heart of your home’s electrical system. It distributes power from your utility provider to every appliance, light, and outlet. But like any part of your home, electrical panels can become outdated or overloaded, which puts your safety and comfort at risk. 

We know the signs of electrical panels in Panama City, FL that are due for an upgrade—and we want to help you spot them before problems arise.

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Why We Recommend Switching Your Home to LED Lights

Monday, September 23rd, 2024
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One of the most important electrical rewiring jobs you can arrange for your home is to have a full lighting retrofit for your indoor lights. If you have an older home, we recommend working with a professional electrician in Crestview to have this done—not because you may need better home lighting (although you might!), but because you can have your interior lighting fully upgraded to LED lighting.

LED lights are becoming increasingly the standard for new homes, and for some extremely good reasons. Below, we’ll talk more about LED lights and why we recommend you arrange for our electrical team to upgrade your home with these lights.

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The Best Reasons to Get a Whole-House Generator

Monday, August 12th, 2024
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Tallahassee is no stranger to severe weather. With hurricane season bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding, power outages are a major concern for homeowners. Even a brief loss of power can be inconvenient, but extended outages pose serious risks. 

Unfortunately, the frequency and duration of these outages have been increasing, making it more important than ever to have a reliable backup power source: a whole-house generator in Tallahassee. We install and service whole-house generators, and here is our list of the best reasons for you to invest in one.

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How to Tell You Need to Replace Your Electrical Panel

Monday, June 17th, 2024
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The electrical panel is the heart of your home’s electrical system. It distributes incoming electricity to various circuits in your home, ensuring that your lights, appliances, and devices receive the power they need to operate.

Over time, an electrical panel in Pensacola, FL will become outdated or even damaged, leading to potential safety hazards and making it less effective. Knowing when to replace your electrical panel is crucial for maintaining a safe and reliable electrical system. Below, we’ll explore the most common signs that it’s time to replace your electrical panel.

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Surge Protection—Why We Recommend the Whole-House Type

Monday, May 20th, 2024
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The electronic equipment in your home as well as its electrical system is susceptible to damage from power surges, a.k.a. voltage spikes. You probably know using power strips is necessary for sensitive equipment such as computers. But power strips aren’t enough: the level of power surges we can encounter here in Florida (such as from lightning storms and downed power lines) can inflict severe damage to the electronics and the electrical system in homes unless they have a higher level of protection.

We recommend you work with us to install whole-house surge protection in Panama City, FL. We’ll explain more about these devices and why they’re beneficial.

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Attic Fans Can Make a Big Difference for Your Home

Monday, May 6th, 2024
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Fans are an inexpensive way to stay cool. A fan doesn’t lower the temperature in a room, but it does create air currents that help people to feel cooler. The movement of air removes the heat envelope from around a person’s body so they can release more heat and cool down. Basically, fans create wind chill, but you can control it so it only affects you when you want to be chilled.

But then you hear about attic fans and might wonder, “Why would I want to make the attic feel cooler? I hardly go up there.” Attic fans do a different job from the standard fans you might be thinking about, but they have a similar result of a cooler house and lower energy bills. 

We install attic fans in Panama City, FL, and we’d like to take some time today to explain how they work and how they can benefit you (even in winter).

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What Is the Average Lifespan of a Generator?

Monday, October 30th, 2023

When it comes to safeguarding your home from power outages, having a reliable generator is a necessity, especially in areas where power outages are frequent. But one question that often comes to mind is: how long does a generator last? While many factors can influence a generator’s longevity, we’re here to offer insights on the average lifespan, factors affecting it, and how to get the most out of your power generation equipment.

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When Should I Upgrade My Electrical Panel?

Wednesday, September 6th, 2023

Navigating the complexities of our modern electric world can often bring up many questions, especially when it concerns our homes. One critical question homeowners often face is: When should you upgrade your electrical panel?

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Where Is the Best Place for My Home’s Generator?

Tuesday, September 6th, 2022

Whole-home standby generator outside a home.The Expert Generator Installers at Peaden Have the Answers

Alongside Florida’s gorgeous, sunny weather often comes brutal storms. Florida storms are typically strong enough to cut your power. The best advice Florida residents should heed is to be prepared with a reliable generator.

When deciding where your generator should be placed, following the manufacturer’s requirements and codes is crucial. It may not seem like a huge factor to consider, but the proper placement of your generator will play a critical role in its safety and overall performance.

For expert generator services, trust Peaden Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical. Contact us at (855) 557-7878.

How Far Your Generator Should Be From Your Home

When deciding how close your generator should be to your house, think about the location of your home’s windows, doors, and other obstructions. The generator should be placed at least five feet away from wall openings and your property line to protect your neighbors. Ensuring proper space between your home and the generator is your best bet to steer clear of hazards such as fires, electrocution, or carbon monoxide poisoning.

If the generator has been fire tested, it can sit at least 18 inches away from your building, and it shouldn’t be near shrubs or bushes higher than 12 inches — the clearance between the generator and vegetation needs to be at least 36 inches.

How Far Off the Ground Should My Generator Be?

Clearance between the top of your generator and anything hanging overhead should be 48 inches; this can include awnings, trees, and hanging plants. Additionally, to prevent airflow hindrance, do not place your generator underneath a deck or other type of structure — this may limit its airflow and result in a hazard.

Trust the Top Electricians in Panama City & Pensacola

A surefire way to guarantee proper generator installation is by consulting the qualified team at Peaden Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical. Our goal is to enhance the lives of our community by providing top-notch generator installation that will keep you and your home safe, no matter the weather outside. We’re committed to excellent customer service and aim to deliver the best possible care.

Hurricane season stops for no one. Stay prepared with exceptional generator installation from Peaden.

Call (855) 557-7878 or contact us online.

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Is a Whole-Home Generator Worth It?

Friday, April 29th, 2022

Whole-home standby generatorWhile we hope to avoid power outages at all costs, powerful storms are all too familiar to the Florida Panhandle.

Now more than ever, our routines are dependent on electricity, so when the power goes out, the safest and most reliable solution is a whole-home generator. They automatically switch on when your electricity is off so life can continue as normal with no disruption.

Standby Generators vs. Portable Generators

Standby generators are backup power units sized to power an entire house. Also called whole-home generators, they are largely worry-free, run for days or weeks without refueling, and tend to be quiet.

Whole-home generators differ from portable generators in that they run on propane or natural gas, allowing them to run much longer, cleaner, and safer. Portable generators run on gasoline and have a lower output than whole-home generators. They require a manual hookup instead of automatically kicking on.

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While both types of generators can power essentials, a professionally installed standby generator is worth every penny for 100% peace of mind during a power outage. 

Benefits of Investing in a Whole-Home Generator

When you have a whole-home generator, you don’t have to worry about sitting in the dark, refrigerated perishables spoiling, going without TV or internet, or having no way to charge a cellphone. No matter the state of your neighborhood’s power supply, having reliable electricity for your entire home allows you to:

  • Prevent sump pump outages: Standby backup power means no disruption to your sump pump, which is particularly important during hurricane conditions with torrential downpours.
  • Protect your food: Extended power outages mean you have to throw away most if not all perishables in your refrigerator. All major appliances stay operational with a whole-home generator, including your refrigerator and freezer.
  • Safeguard other properties: Having standby backup power at a rental property or second home means you don’t have to rush over to it during a storm or worry about whether it’s safe and secure. 
  • Increase home value: As power grids continue aging and more unprecedented weather patterns occur (think the arctic blast in 2021), homebuyers will want to see houses with built-in fail-safes for emergencies and power outages.
  • Power daily essentials: If you work from home, you can stay connected. If you or a loved one uses electric-powered medical equipment, they remain operational. So many daily life essentials run on power, and they all continue running during a power outage when you have a whole-home generator.

Gain Peace of Mind With a Standby Generator

The true convenience and peace of mind of standby power make whole-home generators worth every penny. At Peaden Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical, we install and repair standby generators to help keep Florida Panhandle homes safe during short and extended power outages.

An experienced professional should install your whole-home generator as the job requires electrical wiring and natural gas hookups.

When you call Peaden for a whole-home generator, we’ll provide:

  • Upfront pricing
  • Professional and friendly service
  • Quality workmanship

Contact Peaden online or call (855) 557-7878 to request generator installation today!

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