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FAQs
I just lost all power and smell something burning. How fast can a Master Electrician get to my house near the Fleming County Courthouse?
For an emergency like a burning smell or total power loss, we dispatch immediately. From our shop near the Courthouse, we can typically be on-site in Downtown Flemingsburg within 3 to 5 minutes using KY-11. The priority is to secure the panel and identify the source—often a failed breaker or overheated connection—to prevent a fire.
How should I prepare my Flemingsburg home's electrical system for winter ice storms and the heating surge?
Winter loads strain an older 100-amp panel. Before peak season, have an electrician verify all heating element connections are tight and your panel can handle the concurrent load of furnaces, space heaters, and holiday lighting. For extended outages, a professionally installed generator interlock kit is a safer, code-compliant alternative to dangerous extension cords run through windows.
Our smart TVs and computers in Flemingsburg keep resetting during storms. Is this a problem with Fleming-Mason Energy or our house wiring?
This is likely a combination of both. Fleming-Mason Energy's overhead lines are susceptible to moderate surge risk from our seasonal thunderstorms. However, if your home lacks proper whole-house surge protection, those grid transients are reaching your sensitive electronics. Installing a service-entrance surge protector at your main panel is a critical defense that your 1972 wiring system does not have.
Our Downtown Flemingsburg home was built in 1972. Why do the lights dim when we run the microwave and the air conditioner at the same time?
Your electrical system is now 54 years old, and that's the core of the issue. Original NM-B Romex wiring from that era was designed for far fewer and less power-hungry devices than we use today. Modern kitchens and HVAC systems demand more amperage, which can overload a 100-amp panel and its aging branch circuits, causing noticeable voltage drops like dimming lights.
We have an old Federal Pacific panel and want to add a Level 2 EV charger. Is our 1972-era electrical system safe for this upgrade?
No, it's not safe in its current state. Federal Pacific panels have a known failure rate and are a significant fire hazard, requiring immediate replacement. Furthermore, a 100-amp service from 1972 lacks the capacity for a Level 2 EV charger, which typically needs a 50-amp circuit. A full service upgrade to 200 amps is necessary to safely support the charger, a modern heat pump, and your home's other loads.
Our power comes from an overhead mast on the side of the house. What should I know about maintaining this type of service?
Overhead mast service, common in our area, has specific vulnerabilities. The mast head and weatherhead must be inspected for corrosion or damage, and the service drop conductors should be clear of tree limbs. Any work on the mast or the meter enclosure requires coordination with Fleming-Mason Energy and a permit from the Fleming County Building Inspection Department, as it involves the utility's point of connection.
Do I need a permit from Fleming County to replace my Federal Pacific electrical panel, and what code does the work follow?
Absolutely. Replacing a panel always requires a permit from the Fleming County Building Inspection Department. The work must comply with the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC), which is enforced by the Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction. As a licensed Master Electrician, I handle the permit application, scheduling inspections, and ensuring the installation meets all current safety standards for AFCI protection and equipment labeling.
We live in the rolling hills near the Courthouse and have intermittent flickering. Could the terrain be affecting our power?
Yes, the terrain can be a factor. Rolling hills often mean longer utility service drops and heavier tree canopy near lines. Movement from wind or ice-laden branches can cause momentary faults on overhead lines, leading to flickering. It also complicates grounding; rocky or variable soil requires proper grounding electrode testing to ensure your system has a low-resistance path to earth, which is vital for safety and surge dissipation.
