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Q&A
My smart TV and modem keep resetting after thunderstorms. Is this a Duke Energy grid problem or my house wiring?
It's likely a combination. Duke Energy Indiana's grid faces moderate surge risk from our seasonal thunderstorms. While they manage the main lines, the final defense is your home's electrical system. Older wiring and panels often lack adequate whole-house surge protection, leaving sensitive 2026 electronics vulnerable to damaging voltage spikes.
I think my panel is a Federal Pacific. Can I add a Level 2 EV charger or a new heat pump?
No, you cannot safely add those loads. A Federal Pacific panel is a known fire hazard due to breakers that fail to trip. Even if it weren't, your 100A capacity from 1992 is insufficient for a Level 2 charger or a modern heat pump. A full service upgrade to at least 200A and panel replacement is the required, safe solution.
The outlet in my kitchen is making a burning smell and I lost power. How fast can an electrician get here?
For an immediate safety hazard like that, dispatch is prioritized. From our shop near the Hendricks County Courthouse, we use US Highway 36 for the quickest route. In Downtown Danville, we can typically be on-site in 5 to 7 minutes to secure the circuit and diagnose the fault before it escalates.
We have rocky, hard soil near the Courthouse. Could that affect my home's electrical grounding?
Absolutely. The rolling glacial till around Downtown Danville presents challenging soil for grounding electrodes. Rocky, compacted earth has higher resistance, which can compromise the effectiveness of your ground rod. We often need to drive rods deeper, use multiple rods, or employ chemical enhancements to achieve the low-resistance ground required by code for safety.
How should I prepare my home's electrical system for an Indiana ice storm or a summer brownout?
For winter lows near 12°F, ensure heat tape circuits for pipes are on dedicated, AFCI-protected outlets. For summer AC peaks, consider a hardwired generator with a proper transfer switch to handle brownouts. In both scenarios, installing a Type 1 or Type 2 whole-house surge protector is a wise investment to shield your electronics from grid instability.
My Danville home was built in 1992. Why do the lights dim when my microwave and air conditioner run at the same time?
Your electrical system is now 34 years old. Homes in Downtown Danville built around that time used NM-B Romex wiring and were designed for a different era of appliance use. A 100A service panel from 1992 often struggles with the simultaneous, high-demand loads of modern 2026 kitchens and HVAC systems, causing voltage drops that appear as dimming lights.
My power comes from an overhead line to a mast on my roof. What are the common maintenance issues with that?
Overhead service masts are common here. The main issues are weather exposure and physical damage. High winds or ice accumulation can strain the masthead and conductors. Tree limbs from our mature neighborhoods can abrade the service drop. We inspect the mast's integrity, the weatherhead seal, and the clearance from roofs and trees to prevent faults and outages.
If I upgrade my electrical panel, what permits are needed from the Danville town office, and is your work licensed?
A service upgrade always requires a permit from the Danville Planning and Building Department, which includes inspections. All work is performed under my Indiana Master Electrician license, issued by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, and is designed to meet or exceed the current NEC 2020 code. We handle the permit paperwork and scheduling to ensure full compliance.
