"The pro that came out was very professional and friendly. He did extensive testing to figure out the electrical problem we were having. He changed out three light fixtures with new ones and it has solved the problem. I would definitely use this company again for any future issues."
"Welcome to CS Electric LLC! We're a locally owned and family-operated electrical contracting business rooted right here in Southern Oregon. With a strong commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, we specialize in providing dependable electrical services for homes, businesses, and small industrial projects. At CS Electric, we bring the kind of personalized service and attention to detail you only get from a local team that truly cares. Whether you're planning a new build, upgrading your panel, or just need some trusted troubleshooting, we're here to make the process smooth and stress-free."
"The problem turned out to be a burned out small electric door switch. I believe the price was way too expensive for the service performed and the price of the door switch. What more can I say? It got done."
"Don Stratton was a very professional handyman. He was efficient, communicative, and did exactly what he said he’d do! I will hire him again. His mild manner and polite attitude is refreshing."
"Shane actually answered the phone the first time I called! He was on time each visit and did an outstanding job in diagnosing and then fixing our oven and ice maker. We highly recommend Shane and you will be glad you called him for any appliance repair you have."
To upgrade electrical systems in older homes, you might need to reroute new wires with lath and plaster walls. That’s because it’s more challenging to get inside the walls of an older home compared to a modern home, which usually uses drywall. But there are easier ways to level up your electrical game in an older home. For instance, you can swap out an old furnace for a new electric heat pump, or you could use a heat pump for water heating.
Yes, it’s safe to strip a wire if you follow the proper safety precautions. First and foremost, you must always disconnect the power and never try stripping a live wire. Using wire strippers is another safety precaution, but don’t forget to keep your fingers away from the blade. It’s also critical you only remove the insulation and not accidentally cut into the conductor, which is unlikely as long as you’re using the right-sized wire stripper.
You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.
Multiple wire sizes are used for residential electrical purposes. While the most common sizes used in homes are 14 and 12 gauge, some appliances, such as stoves, electric water heaters, central air units, etc., may use larger gauge wire to accommodate their larger amperage. Typically, larger appliances require 10-, 8-, or 6-gauge wires.
Sprinkler valves typically have 16 AWG or 18 AWG wires. AWG, or American Wire Gauge, is the standard measurement for wire gauge sizing in the U.S. The gauge is the thickness of the wire, with higher AWG numbers indicating thinner wires. You can find the gauge measurement in your sprinkler system’s user manual or on the sprinkler manufacturer’s website.
The Central Point, OR homeowners’ guide to electrical services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Before you hire a licensed electrical contractor, you should learn the cost to run electric from the road to your house so you can budget for the project.
Is it time to upgrade your electrical panel? For the sake of safety, find out sooner than later by exploring our top signs that it’s time for an upgrade.
