Mid Penn Electric

28/02/2024

These electrical panels were discontinued in the 80s because they were causing house fires🔥🔥🔥!

You can get a brand-new top-level panel (not all panels are the same) installed for as low as $206* per month!

Contact us TODAY to take the first step to making sure your home and family are safe!

*All financing is subject to credit approval. Terms may vary. Payment options through Wisetack are provided by our lending partners. For example, a $1,000 purchase could cost $45.18 a month for 24 months, based on a 7.9% APR, or $333.33 a month for 3 months, based on a 0% APR. See additional terms at https://www.wisetack.com/faqs.

28/02/2024

These electrical panels were discontinued in the 80s because they were causing house fires🔥🔥🔥!
You can get a brand-new top-level panel (not all panels are the same) installed for as low as $206* per month!

Contact us TODAY to take the first step to making sure your home and family are safe!

*All financing is subject to credit approval. Terms may vary. Payment options through Wisetack are provided by our lending partners. For example, a $1,000 purchase could cost $45.18 a month for 24 months, based on a 7.9% APR, or $333.33 a month for 3 months, based on a 0% APR. See additional terms at https://www.wisetack.com/faqs.

28/02/2024

Have your ceiling fan replaced by an expert for as low as $27.42* per month! You pick out and supply the new ceiling fan and we will remove and dispose of your old one, and install your new ceiling fan.

*All financing is subject to credit approval. Terms may vary. Payment options through Wisetack are provided by our lending partners. For example, a $1,000 purchase could cost $45.18 a month for 24 months, based on a 7.9% APR, or $333.33 a month for 3 months, based on a 0% APR. See additional terms at https://www.wisetack.com/faqs.

24/12/2023

⚡️ Hey Everyone, Let's Talk Arc Fault Protection! ⚡️

Arc faults can be silent threats lurking in our electrical systems, and that's why understanding the importance of arc fault protection is crucial. 🚧💡

🤔 **What is an Arc Fault?** An arc fault is an unintended electrical discharge, often caused by damaged wiring or faulty appliances. It can lead to sparks, heat, and potentially devastating fires.

🛡️ **Enter Arc Fault Protection:** AFCIs (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters) are like superheroes for your electrical system. They're designed to detect and stop dangerous arc faults before they have a chance to wreak havoc.

🏡 **Home Safety First:** Installing AFCIs in your home is like having an extra layer of protection against electrical fires. They can identify abnormal electrical patterns and cut off power, reducing the risk of fires caused by arc faults.

👨‍🔧 **Code Compliance:** Many electrical codes now mandate the use of AFCIs in various parts of the home. Ensuring your home complies with these codes not only keeps you safe but also adds value to your property.

🔧 **Protecting Your Investments:** Imagine the devastation of a fire damaging your home and belongings. Arc fault protection is a small investment that can potentially save you from significant losses.

🔍 **Early Detection:** AFCIs are like guardians, detecting issues before they escalate. Regularly checking and maintaining your electrical system with AFCIs can prevent potential disasters.

💪 **Empower Yourself:** Know the electrical safety features in your home, and if you're unsure, consult with a qualified electrician. It's empowering to take charge of your safety and that of your loved ones.

Let's prioritize electrical safety and spread the word about the importance of arc fault protection. Together, we can make our homes safer and more secure! 💪🏡⚡️

22/12/2023

🚨 Electricians and DIY enthusiasts, listen up! 🚨

Let's chat about a practice that's shockingly risky and was probably done in your home —stabbing wires into the back of a receptacle instead of wrapping them around a screw. ⚡️🛑

🔍 **Safety First:** Wiring is not a place to cut corners! Stabbing wires into the back might seem convenient, but it increases the risk of poor connections, arcing, and potential electrical hazards. Your safety is non-negotiable!

⚠️ **Loose Connections:** Stabbed wires are more prone to becoming loose over time, leading to unreliable connections. Loose wires can cause overheating, sparking, and even fire hazards. Yikes!

🛠 **Proper Technique:** Instead of stabbing, take the time to wrap wires around terminal screws. This ensures a secure connection, minimizing the chances of wires coming loose. It's a small step that makes a big difference in safety.

🤓 **Follow Guidelines:** Always follow the manufacturer's guidelines and local electrical codes when installing receptacles. These standards exist for a reason—to keep us all safe!

👷‍♂️ **Consult a Pro:** If you're unsure about proper wiring techniques, don't hesitate to consult Mid Penn Electric. It's better to be safe than sorry, and we can provide guidance to ensure your electrical work is up to code.

⚡️ **Respect Electricity:** Remember, electricity is a powerful force. Show it the respect it deserves by adhering to best practices and safety measures.

Let's keep our homes and workplaces safe by wiring smart and following best practices! ⚡️🏡💡

21/12/2023

If you install your own lighting, please don't do this. It isn't worth notching your joists and having your floor cave in just to have the lights a few inches higher.

14/12/2023

19/10/2023

IS IT SAFE TO USE YOUR SPACE HEATER?

The temperature is dropping and soon we will be getting out the space heaters to provide extra warmth. But have you ever considered whether your electrical system is healthy enough to use one? Space heaters draw a lot of power and with big power draw comes big problems if your system is not maintained. Even if you haven’t had any issues in the past, don’t risk a potential electrical fire in the future.

Here are some of the things we look for when assessing your electrical system’s capability to safely use a space heater.

1. Loose connections cause excess heat and electrical arcing. Electrical connections loosen up over time. When you use appliances such as space heaters, these loose connections can cause the circuit to fail.

2. Devices such as your outlets and circuit breakers deteriorate (usually due to heat) over time.

3. Not all circuits were designed to carry the load of a space heater. Overloaded circuits can lead to wires prematurely failing.

4. Some types of circuit breakers are no longer manufactured because they are faulty and won’t trip when too much current is being used by a circuit. If this happens, the circuit might be drawing dangerously high levels of current.

5. Arc-fault protection should be provided wherever possible. This technology senses any electrical arcing in the circuit and shuts off power to the circuit before the arc can turn into a house fire. Unfortunately, most homes don’t have this safety feature.

If you plan to use any space heaters this winter, please call us first. For $79, we will inspect your electrical system and help you keep your home and family safe.

Electrical services for proud homeowners. We're honored to serve and ready to help.

07/10/2023

We are always improving, not just as electricians but in every area of life. We're going through this amazing book as a team. What books have impacted you?

06/10/2023

Here is an excellent article about arc-fault protection, which prevents house fires. This technology should be in every home, but it isn't.

Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs) are a type of electrical device that help prevent damaged wiring and compromised electrical connections from leading to a fire.

05/10/2023

If your electrical panel has these circuit breakers, please call us. They were discontinued in the 1980's because they caused many electrical fires. Just search "federal pacific fire hazard" on Google and see what comes up.

04/10/2023

The maximum number of wires that should be under one of these screws is one neutral wire or two ground wires. The original electrician, who works for a large electrical contractor in the area, jammed up to six wires under one screw! Fortunately, we were able to catch this during a panel inspection and tune-up that we did for one of our Electrical Service Club members.

29/08/2023

Need to knock a few things off your to do list? Look no further! Call Mid Penn Electric for all of your electrical projects and repairs.

Electrical services for proud homeowners. We're honored to serve and ready to help.

24/08/2023

Jason explains why it seems like we're making more work for ourselves.

21/08/2023

From the 1950s through the 1980s, Federal Pacific breaker panels were the most widely used panels in homes. Eventually, they were discontinued once it was discovered that the circuit breakers were faulty and would not deenergize a circuit when there is a problem. As a result, there have been, and continue to be, many homes that have been lost to electrical fires.

Fortunately, there is a solution. Call us today at (717) 287-4008!