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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

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Are you risking an electrical disaster by not giving your appliances the attention they deserve?

As a homeowner, you rely on various appliances to make your daily tasks easier and more efficient. However, did you know that certain appliances require their own dedicated circuit to function safely and effectively?

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

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Transform Your Home into a Smart Haven: Embrace the Future of Living!

Transform Your Home into a Smart Haven: Embrace the Future of Living!

As technology continues to advance, homeowners are seeking more convenient and energy-efficient ways to control their homes. Smart home technology has become increasingly popular in recent years, allowing homeowners to remotely control various aspects of their homes using their smartphones or voice commands. As an electrical contractor specializing in service work and repair, we want to let you know it's important to stay up-to-date on the latest smart home features. In this blog, we'll explore some of the most interesting smart home features available today and how they can benefit educated and retired homeowners.

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Monday, February 20, 2023

Smoke Detector Replacement

Smoke Detector Replacement

Smoke detectors are an incredibly important part of keeping your home safe from fires. But like all things, they don’t last forever. To ensure that your smoke detectors are working properly and keeping you safe, you should be getting them checked and changed out by a licensed electrician every 10 years.

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

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Why don't my outlets work?

Why don't my outlets work?

If you’re having trouble getting power to your outlets, it can be extremely frustrating. The first thing to do is to determine the cause of the problem. Here are a few of the most common reasons why your outlets may not be working:

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Friday, February 3, 2023

Electricians & Chocolate Chip Cookies

Electricians & Chocolate Chip Cookies

Almost on a weekly basis, one of our teammates is lucky enough to be given homemade chocolate chip cookies. And guess who is jealous? Yours truly. :)

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Keeping our pets safe

As a responsible pet owner, it's important to be aware of the potential electrical hazards around your home and yard. By keeping electrical safety in mind, we can make sure both ourselves and our furry friends stay safe and happy!

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Recessed Can Lights, what color should I get?

Recessed Can Lights, what color should I get?

Hey everyone, if you’re in the market for recessed can lights for your home, you may be wondering what the difference is between 3K, 4K, and 5K. Well, we’re here to explain the color difference between the three types of lights and help you choose the best option for your home.

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Saturday, January 7, 2023

Should I replace my electrical panel?

Should I replace my electrical panel?

If you are wondering whether you should upgrade your electrical panel, it is important to consider the age of your home and the type of electrical panel you have. If your panel is outdated or your home is over 20 years old, it is possible that your electrical panel is not equipped to safely handle the increased electrical demands of today. An upgrade could potentially reduce the risk of fire and other hazards. A professional electrician can help you assess your current panel and determine if an upgrade is necessary for your home.

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Thursday, December 29, 2022

EV1 or EV2?

EV1 or EV2?

Choosing the right electric vehicle charger for your home can be a daunting task. You'll need to consider a variety of factors, including the type of charger, the maximum amperage of your home’s electrical system, and whether you want to hardwire the charger or use a plug-in. To make the right decision, it’s important to understand the differences between the various types of chargers available and how they can best meet your needs.

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

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How to Choose the Right Electric Vehicle Charger for Your Home

How to Choose the Right Electric Vehicle Charger for Your Home

Are you looking for a way to charge your electric vehicle at home? With the growing demand for electric vehicles, there are now a number of different electric vehicle chargers on the market, but it can be difficult to decide which one is right for you.

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Friday, April 22, 2022

When to hire a professional & when to do it yourself

The biggest danger of DIY Electrical work is the simple fact that electricity is deadly and when not handled properly, the consequences are irreversible.

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Thursday, April 14, 2022

Keep your energy cost down this Spring & Summer

Keep your energy cost down this Spring & Summer

The air outside is hot and humid, and the dreaded electric bill is on it’s way to shock you, right? Well, it doesn’t have to be that way. With a few simple tips for keeping your energy bill low, you can enjoy Spring and Summer the way it’s supposed to be enjoyed: by relaxing. Here are some quick tips to keep your energy bill (and your blood pressure) from shooting up too high:

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Thursday, April 7, 2022

Don't Forget About Electrical Spring Cleaning

Don't Forget About Electrical Spring Cleaning

Spring is here and it is beautiful outside! As usual, with Spring cleaning, comes the time to take a closer look at everything in your home that needs attention and to focus on going into this new season with a fresh, clean start. 

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Thursday, March 3, 2022

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Spring is coming, get your home's electrical inspected.

Spring is coming, get your home's electrical inspected.

What a beautiful time of year.  The holidays past a couple of months ago and we have a new year among us. 

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Monday, January 3, 2022

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Leesburg Resident Special Offer

Leesburg Resident Special Offer

In Charge Electric strives to give the best possible service through:

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

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Plantation Resident Special Offer

Plantation Leesburg Florida

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Sunday, May 23, 2021

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Welcome to the Neighborhood!

Welcome to the Neighborhood!

In Charge Electric strives to give the best possible service through:

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Friday, February 26, 2021

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A Message to the Team at In Charge from James Brush

A Message to the Team at In Charge from James Brush

I wanted to give a heartfelt thanks to the team we have here at In Charge Electric, Inc of Leesburg, Florida! Thank you for doing an excellent job and providing our customers with safe and quality electrical installations. More importantly, thank you for giving excellent customer service and keeping our customers safe through the pandemic! I’m very proud of you!

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Friday, November 27, 2020

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GFCI Outlets

GFCI Outlets

GFCI stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter. The GFCI receptacle has been designed for one purpose and one purpose only, and that is to protect you and your family from electrical shock.

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Wednesday, March 18, 2020

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COVID-19 Operational Update

COVID-19 Operational Update

At In Charge Electric, Inc, the well-being and health of our team members, customers, and the neighborhoods we serve are our highest priority. That has always included performing the best possible work we can do and using the best materials available to us. This has always allowed us to make your homes and businesses safe and well maintained.

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Tuesday, August 1, 2017

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Why does every home need smoke AND carbon monoxide detectors?

Without both a smoke detector and a carbon monoxide detector in your home and workplace, your safety and the safety of those around you are at risk. These two pieces of equipment function as life-saving devices and that is what they do.

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Tuesday, May 2, 2017

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Could air be the next big thing in renewable energy?

Could air be the next big thing in renewable energy?

What if countries and regions could use air instead of water as a way of storing energy? Under the guidance of the European Union, scientists from all over Europe are attempting to turn this fantastic concept into a viable prospect, via a research project called RICAS 2020. 

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Tuesday, March 7, 2017

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5 Things To Ask Your Electrician During an Electrical Inspection.

5 Things To Ask Your Electrician During an Electrical Inspection.

1. Are my Extension Cords or Power Strips Overloaded? Overloading power strips or extension cords can easily result in fire or electrocution and should never be used to serve an excessive number of high powered appliances (microwaves, space heaters or refrigerators) or plugged in multiple numbers to one wall receptacle.

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Tuesday, February 7, 2017

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The future of energy is above us!

The future of energy is above us!

Tesla and SolarCity may have just made that task of reducing the energy crisis more straightforward with their new Solar Roof product. Unlike solar systems that must be mounted on top of traditional roofs, Tesla's new panels come integrated within glass roof tiles, which completely replace your home's roof.

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Monday, January 9, 2017

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Brighten the stars over Lake County and curb light pollution.

Brighten the stars over Lake County and curb light pollution.

As we go about our busy lives here in Lake County, many people do not even think to look up anymore. Why should they? There isn't much to see except for the occasional plane or handful of stars. There is a cosmic giant hanging over our head that many people do not even know is there. This celestial monstrosity is the home of over 400 billion alien suns and stretches from horizon to horizon, but is basically invisible to our human eyes. This sleeping stellar giant is our home galaxy, the backbone of night, the Milky Way!

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Monday, December 12, 2016

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Simple ways to curb energy use during the holidays.

The holidays are a time of increased power consumption, but they don't have to be. There are plenty of ways to get the utmost enjoyment during the season and still keep your energy costs manageable. Here are just a few:

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Monday, November 14, 2016

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Hurricanes and the Benefits of Having a Standby Home Generator.

Hurricanes and the Benefits of Having a Standby Home Generator.

Living in Florida has its pros and cons. Along with our wonderful balmy weather comes our inevitable hurricane season. After Hurricane Matthew, although we dodged a bullet compared to what it could have been, thousands were left without power. Generators at major home improvement stores sold out statewide and had to be shipped in as customers drove hundreds of miles and waited in line in hopes of picking one up. If Matthew taught us anything, it's that as Floridians; we should always be prepared. Here are four benefits of a standby home generator installation:

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Tuesday, September 20, 2016

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Kick Up Your Game Day With an Innovative Home Theater.

Kick Up Your Game Day With an Innovative Home Theater.

Football season is finally here! Everyone knows the best way to enjoy game day, aside from actually being there, is to have a fantastic area to gather around and watch it on the big screen. Nothing is better that hanging out with friends and family, having a cold beer and immersing yourself in the excitement of the big game. There are endless ways to enhance the overall experience of home viewing, from better seating, bigger screens and sounds, to an all out home theater.

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Tuesday, August 23, 2016

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DIY projects that should always be left to an electrician.

DIY projects that should always be left to an electrician.

Most everyone delights in the wonderful sense of accomplishment that comes from discovering a problem and figuring out a way to fix it ourselves. We all love to save money by finding shortcuts that seemingly work as well as a professional solution because we know a good professional job usually doesn’t come cheap – if the job was done cheap, it probably wouldn’t be done right.

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Monday, March 28, 2016

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Are you safe from surges?

Are you safe from surges?

As you know the last few days we have been getting rain.

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Wednesday, March 2, 2016

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Why we don't price over the phone

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