Most electrical issues present themselves with obvious signs. Sparking outlets, flickering lights, or a complete lack of power are all strong indicators for homeowners that something is wrong with their electrical system. However, electrical meters are a different case. The signs of a faulty meter can be subtle, so homeowners need to make sure they…
The large metro area of NOVA, DC, and Maryland is home to many older homes and unique architecture. You can find a wide array of housing styles in the area, some of which have two-prong outlets in the walls. These are outlets that don’t have a grounding port. Far from being quaint and nostalgic, these…
Power strips are essential additions to your home office, kitchen, family room, and more. Without these critical tools, you wouldn’t have enough plugs for televisions, computers, speakers, and other appliances that enhance your comfort. However, all power strips are not created equal, and using the wrong power strip or wrongly using any power strip can have negative…
Is your sensor light in your Bethesda home staying on even after the power has been cut? This issue can be quite agitating (and energy-wasting), but you needn’t worry too much. The problem is actually quite common, and the majority of fixes are simple. With the service experts at Kolb Electric on your side, you’ll…
Double tapped breakers are a common circuit breaker defect — but they are also one of the easiest electrical problems to correct.
Electricity enters your home from the utility provider through a small box on the wall called a fuse box. It goes by many other names as well, including service panel, junction box, and breaker panel. This is the central switchboard for your home’s entire electrical system, supplying power to light fixtures, outlets, and appliances throughout…
As a homeowner, you face loads of trials and tribulations. Home maintenance, jobs, relationships, and plenty more! Life is rough enough without adding the uninvited members of the animal kingdom into your home, and when you find a chewed wire, you’ve unfortunately got just that! But, hey, don’t stress. The experts at Kolb Electric are here to…