Furry family members are fun and playful but they are oblivious to electrical hazards.  Our senior licensed electrician suggests protecting your home from certain electrical hazards just as you do for young children. Our next series of articles discuss electrical safety tips to help keep your pet safe at home. Hide Electrical Cords Some pets…

We are continuing our series on installing your EV charging station. Our previous article covered the importance of contacting a licensed electrician to conduct an electrical safety inspection, discuss any modifications or upgrades that may be needed, and help you determine the best place to install the charger.  We also covered how the residential electrician…

Electric vehicles (EV) are becoming more and more popular. What some people don’t realize is that they don’t plug into your existing outlets in your garage.  They, in fact, require a special charging station that should be installed by a licensed electrician. Our next series of articles will cover EV charging stations and the steps…

We are beginning a new series discussing LED lighting.  As a licensed electrician, we are often asked about converting traditional lighting to LED. LED lighting conversions can be performed on both indoor and outdoor lighting applications and applied in all types of settings including residential, commercial and RV. There are many advantages to doing this,…

(part two) We are continuing or series on different types of electrical emergencies.  Our previous article covered power outages and electrical shock.  Today, we will look at two more types of common electrical emergencies and what to do if they happened to you. Fire Caused By Faulty or Exposed Wires If you see a spark…

(part one) Electrical emergencies often happen without warning.  While potential hazards can be identified by a licensed electrician during an electrical safety inspection, there are some electrical emergencies that are just beyond your control. Our next series of articles will take a closer look at different types of electrical emergencies and what to do if…

Generac CEO Aaron Jadgfeld indicated in an interview with CNBC that the demand for alternative home power sources has surged over the past few months. Generac dealers across the country – including Top Flight Electric – are responding to the increased demand for standby generators.  In Florida, we have to contend with severe thunderstorms, damaging…

There are a variety of reasons why an electrical panel may need to be upgraded. Flickering and/or dimming lights can be a sign that something is wrong. Appliances that do not work properly can also be a red flag.  If you experience anything out of the ordinary, it may be time to call a licensed…

We understand you have many choices when it comes to hiring a licensed electrician.  Top Flight Electric strives to be your only choice for residential and commercial electrical services including surge protection, circuits and wiring, circuit breaker replacement, ceiling fan installation, smoke and CO detectors, an electrical safety inspection and more.  Let’s take a look…

Part Two We are continuing our series on some of the most common electrical pitfalls to avoid.  Our previous article covered the importance of getting an electrical safety inspection to evaluate old wiring, having an certified electrician examine flickering lights that are not resolved by replacing the bulb, and ensuring areas subject to water and…