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Apex Industrial
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+17 more

Serving Briggsdale, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"Drew with Apex has been great to work with! Communication has been easy and he’s super flexible with scheduling. His knowledge is impressive and him and his team are very professional. I highly recommend Aprx for all your electrical needs, big or small!"
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Fast Track Electric LLC
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+7 more

Serving Briggsdale, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Fast Track Electric is your local, licensed, and insured expert for all your electrical needs. Based in Brush and serving the Northern Colorado and Morgan County areas, we prioritize safety, precision, and efficiency in every job. Whether you need a simple fixture upgrade, a ceiling fan installation, or complex electrical troubleshooting, we pride ourselves on delivering professional service that keeps your home and business running safely. When quality and reliability are on the line, let Fast Track Electric handle the job

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WESTERN STAR LIGHTNING PROTECTION
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Briggsdale, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Western Star Lightning Protection is a leading lightning protection and lightning rod installation company that services all western states. As members of NFPA, we only use UL-listed materials. We have the experience and expertise to install lightning protection systems that meets the highest safety standards. Contact us for quotation and you will find that prices are truly affordable. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

A ground wire is not required for GFCI to work. A ground is a third wire in an outlet in addition to the live and neutral wires. It serves as an escape conduit for electricity in case of a short circuit. If a ground wire is present, installers should connect it to the appropriate terminal. Otherwise, a GFCI will work fine without it.

It wouldn’t be abnormal to view all wiring as simply wiring, but wiring has different gauges and can handle different loads. When you’re wiring for 240V, you need wire that is rated at least 240V, but honestly it’s better to spend a little more and just buy 300V wiring. This ensures a margin of safety in case the wiring gets overloaded.

To prevent a plug from overheating, always ensure that the electrical load connected to the plug does not exceed the plug's capacity. If the plug feels hot to the touch or emits a burning smell, immediately shut off the circuit breaker and unplug all devices from the hot outlet. Prevent electrical fires by avoiding using extension cords or adapters with the plug, as they can cause it to overheat due to increased resistance. Additionally, ensure that the plug is properly inserted into the outlet and that the outlet is not damaged or loose. 

Home power is measured in kilowatt-hours, commonly expressed as kWh. The average home uses between 800 and 1,000 kWh per month. Peak usage (and highest bills) occurs in the middle of summer and the depths of winter. Keeping on top of your usage during these crucial months will lower your annual average usage considerably. 

If you find the power cables for your appliances are too short, there are ways to extend them for the cost of just the extra wiring you need. Simply cut and strip your wires, solder them together, and cover them using heat shrink tubing. Not everyone has a soldering tool on hand, so if you’re looking to extend in a pinch, an extension cord, power bar, or surge protector can do the job just fine.

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