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Frequently Asked Questions
If I smell burning from my outlet, how fast can a master electrician get here?
For a burning smell, which indicates an active fire hazard, we treat it as an immediate dispatch. From our shop near Johnsville-Brookville Road and West Main Street, we're on US-35 and can typically be at your door in New Lebanon Center within 5 to 8 minutes. Please shut off the circuit at the breaker and call 911 if you see smoke or flames.
How do I keep the lights on during a summer brownout or an ice storm in winter?
For summer brownouts, a hardwired automatic transfer switch with a generator ensures your fridge and essential circuits stay live. Winter ice storms can bring down overhead lines; having a backup power plan is wise. We also recommend installing a surge protector at your service entrance to guard against power restoration spikes, which can fry appliances.
We have a lot of farmland and open fields here. Does that affect my home's electrical system?
The rolling plains and farmland around Johnsville-Brookville Road mean your overhead service lines are exposed to wind, ice, and lightning. This environment increases the likelihood of power disturbances and surge events. It also emphasizes the need for a robust grounding electrode system; proper grounding in this soil is key for safety during a lightning strike.
My power comes in on a pole and mast to the house. What should I watch for with that setup?
Your overhead mast service is common here. Inspect the mast head and weatherhead for damage or animal nesting, which can let water into your service cables. Ensure the mast is securely attached to the house, as ice load can pull it loose. We also check that the service entrance cables are in good condition, as they've been exposed to 59 years of Ohio weather.
My New Lebanon Center home's lights dim when the AC runs. Is this just old wiring, or is it a bigger problem?
Your 1967-built home uses original cloth-jacketed copper wiring, a 59-year-old system. While the copper itself is sound, the insulation becomes brittle and can't handle the simultaneous loads of modern appliances like air conditioners, computers, and kitchen gadgets. This creates a voltage drop, seen as dimming lights, and can lead to overheating at connections, which is a fire risk.
My smart TV and modem keep resetting after storms. Is this an AES Ohio grid issue or my house?
AES Ohio's grid in our area faces moderate surge risk from seasonal thunderstorms. While some flicker is grid-related, repeated resets point to inadequate whole-house surge protection. Modern electronics are sensitive; a surge protector at your main panel absorbs those spikes before they reach your expensive devices, preventing damage.
I want to add a heat pump and maybe an EV charger later. Can my old 100A panel handle it?
A 100-amp panel from 1967 is at its limit with today's baseline loads. Adding a heat pump or Level 2 EV charger requires a service upgrade to 200 amps. This is especially critical if you have a Federal Pacific panel, which is a known hazard and must be replaced. We'd design a new panel with AFCI breakers to safely support your future plans.
What's involved in getting a permit for a new panel in Montgomery County?
The Montgomery County Building Regulations Division requires a permit for a service upgrade or panel replacement. As a master electrician licensed by the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board, I handle the permit application, ensuring the installation meets NEC 2023 code. This includes proper AFCI protection, correct feeder sizing, and final inspection coordination, so you have no paperwork worries.
