Jesse Kuhlman recently co-authored a number of How to Articles with WikiHow. He appreciated the opportunity to share his wealth of experience related to common electrical issues, such as grounding …
A Conflict of Interest with Electrical Inspectors?
Should electrical inspectors be allowed to perform work in the same town where they’re inspecting? Does this scenario create a conflict of interest in any way? Many smaller towns have …
The Evolution of The KES Office
In an industry like ours, I can’t overstate the importance of a fully functional office. Your office is your quarterback: It sets things up, calls the plays, and sees it …
KES Origin Story: What a Journey it Has Been!
KES is a collection currently of 23 employees who have all come together for one common goal to deliver exceptional electrical work and have fun doing it! Was this 23 …
What do the 2020 National Electrical Code changes mean to you? Yup, more $$$
Funny how that works right? Our electrical code changes every 3 years, and without a doubt every 3 years brings more cost to consumers. Typically our code will lay out …
Generator Panel vs. Interlock Kit
Manual Generator Panel VS Manual Interlock kit So you have decided to use a portable generator for emergency power, but confused by the options to connect it to your house? …
The Troubleshooting Conundrum
There is a bit of confusion with customers when it comes to troubleshooting an electrical issue. Many will ask for upfront price when they call our office to resolve a …
GFCI What?
GFCI receptacles, also called GFI’s, or known by their proper name ground fault circuit interrupters are life saving devices first used in the 1970’s. You will see them around your …
Backup Generator Power. Whole house or Portable?
Backup power for you home can be delivered in two ways. One is a portable generator setup and the other is a whole house system. Yes I know there is …
Upgrading your electrical service? How big should you go? 100amps, 200amps, bigger? Please help!!
This is one of my favorite subjects in our field of work. The residential electrical industry has changed so much over the past 2 decades. If you went back in …