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If you’re thinking about replacing the knob and tube wiring in your home, fill out a form and let us help. We receive many questions from customers who are looking to replace their knob and tube wiring. We thought it would be helpful to have all the questions and

Electric Panel Capacity for EV Chargers

Is Your Electrical Service Too Small For an EV Charger? You ordered your new fully electric car, and you are excited! Now you are wondering if your home’s electrical service can charge the car or if you need a separate EV charger installation. Kuhlman Electric provides EV charger installations

10 Best States for Electric Vehicles [2025]

If you have been considering an electric vehicle, there has never been a better time than right now. Many states are offering tax incentives for new buyers, increasing the number of public EV chargers, and shortening the gap between charging stations on highways. Kuhlman Electric is a Tesla-preferred EV

Whole House Surge Protector FAQs

Whole house surge protectors were introduced into the market decades ago. During recent years they have really taken off due to a change in electrical code in 2020. This code change required whole house surge protectors to be installed during all new service upgrades and service installs. For example,

Electricity Costs in the US Broken Down By State

If you live in New England, you may have noticed that your utility bills are higher than usual. You’re not alone – many residents in the Northeast have been experiencing a price hike. In fact, most U.S. states have seen their electricity rates go up in the last year.

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