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Are Ungrounded Outlets Safe? Should You Update Old Outlets?

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…

The Do’s and Don’ts of Power Strip Safety

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…

Why Is My Security Light On During the Day?

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…

Do You Have a Double Tapped Breaker?

Double tapped breakers are a common circuit breaker defect — but they are also one of the easiest electrical problems to correct.

The Ultimate Guide to Understanding the Fuse Box in Your Home

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…

How To Prevent Rodents from Damaging Your Electrical Wires

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…

Everything You Need To Know About Microwave Wattage

When shopping for a microwave or using one for cooking, you may have noticed wattage ratings on the appliance. But what is microwave wattage, and why does it matter? Understanding microwave power levels can help you choose the best microwave wattage for your needs, improve cooking efficiency, and ensure you get the most out of…

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