Our Grounding Electrical Wiring Service – Serving Brooklyn New York
Residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems pose risks for average people when making repairs and updates. There is always the risk of electrocution that can result in death in severe cases. To avoid these risks, Brooklyn New Yorkers hire experienced, licensed electricians. Whether it is repairing a grounded electrical system or updating an electric panel, these professionals can handle the job.
Why Grounding Electrical Wires Are So Important
It cannot be stressed enough about the dangers of a non-grounded electrical system. A high volume of electricity run through these systems into your home. To minimize the risks of electrical systems, grounding is a necessity. Grounding is the process of attaching electrical wiring to the ground near a breaker box. The process calls for a grounding rod to be placed in the ground near the electrical panel.
Electricity always takes a path with the least resistance. Non-grounded electrical systems pose risks during power surges and when devices are plugged into the system malfunction. For example, a microwave plugged into a 110-volt outlet unexpectedly malfunction, resulting in a shock in the electrical system. If the electrical system is not grounded, this simple function will result in injury or death to the person in close proximity of the microwave.
Adds A Layer Of Protection For Connected Devices
Grounding of your electrical system will add a layer of protection for all connected devices. These devices include electronics, appliances, power tools, and lighting systems. When the electrical system is grounded properly, malfunctions of the aforementioned devices will pose minimal risks to all household members.
Grounded Electrical Systems And Surge Protection
Many people utilize surge protectors to protect their desktop and laptop computers in the event of a power surge. This is definitely a great way to minimize power surge risks. While most of the risks occur when the power is turned back on, fluctuations I electricity are always risky.
A surge protector adds another layer of protection for your connected electronic devices. Be sure to consider installing a surge protector where your devices are plugged into electrical outlets.
Wall-To-Wall Surge Protection For Homes And Businesses
Power surges and outages can take their toll on your connected devices. While individual surge protectors help, they do not provide protection for all your electricity-connected devices. Your computers are protected by surge protectors, your appliances and lighting system are not. Your best and only option in these situations is wall-to-wall surge protection. This system protects “all” of your devices connected to the electrical system.
Electrical surges and outages are inevitable. As much as you would love to avoid them, they can occur without a moment’s notice. With a whole house surge protector system, you can add another layer of protection for your entire home.
FAQs – Electrical Wiring Grounding
Even if you never plan to work on your electrical system, it is still crucial to know the basics. The basics include how the electrical system is set up and how it works. One important step in adding surge protection to your home is the grounding of your electrical system. Learn more by reading the FAQs provided in the article below.
Are Traditional Three-Prong Electrical Outlets Grounded?
When your home was wired for electricity, the electrician should have installed a grounding rod near the electric panel. Brooklyn New York laws require grounding rods in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. All of your electrical outlets, including a three-prong, should be grounded.
Grounded electrical systems utilize conduit, which is generally constructed of metal to prevent human and animal exposure. In addition to the metal conduit, your electrical system should have a copper grounding rod that is buried in the ground near the electrical panel.
Should I Hire A Licensed Electrician To Inspect My Electrical System?
If your home has undergone an inspection, it is likely your electrical system is grounded. Homeowners with questions regarding electrical system grounding should contact their electricity service provider. You can also contact a local electrician who is licensed with the state of New York.
Most electricians offer free in-home inspections. So, feel free to take advantage of these opportunities to determine if your residential electrical system is up-to-date. If your home is tied into the local electrical grid, it is probably grounded with a grounding wire.
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