ATTENTION TO ALL PROPERTY OWNERS!
Recent Recalls
PRODUCT SAFETY
Electrolux Group Recalls Frigidaire Gas Laundry Centers Due to Fire Hazard
On July 13, Frigidaire Gas Laundry Centers were recalled due to lint accumulation that can create a fire hazard. Consumers should immediately stop using the dryer of the recalled Laundry Centers and contact Electrolux Group.
VRURC Portable Chargers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
On July 6, VRURC portable chargers were recalled because they can ignite, posing a fire hazard. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable chargers and contact VRURC for a free replacement product.
BQQZHZ Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
On May 18, 2023 - BQQZHZ Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors were recalled because the detectors can fail to alert consumers to the presence of hazardous smoke and fire. Consumers should stop using and dispose of these products immediately and install working smoke detectors.
They were sold on Amazon.com for about $46 in packs of 3.
OTHER SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUES
Dangerous main service boxes, which SHOULD BE replaced are: Zinsco, Federal Pacific Stab-Lok, Push-A-Matic, Sylvania, and Magnatrip brands. If you do have any one of those, please have a qualified Electrician check the condition, wiring connections, and bus bars, for the safety of you and your family.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY ALERT
It has come to my attention over the years that most people trusted that their home was wired correctly. For the most part, that may be true at the time of the building of the property.
However, some homes were not. Which one is yours? How would you know? Your home is a large investment and times have changed to where every household consumes much more electricity than in the past. Is your home adequate enough to sustain the demand without overloading , or potentially causing a fire hazard?
The majority of hazards occur over time through vibrations, and many other reasons that will cause wiring to get loose in their termination points that can build up a heat spot to the point where a spark or arc ignition can start a fire without warning.
You should have a main electrical breaker panel inspection done every 5 years (in my experience and opinion).
Also, any double-tapped breakers can be discovered at that time, and can be fixed as well at the owners discretion if approved.
While there may not be an NEC code against double-tapping in a sense; it is not acceptable with any municipal electrical inspector (AHJ) when buying or selling a home, and absolutely against the code if the double tapped breaker has 2 different sized wires connected to it. The worst part of double-tapping a breaker when there are 2 different sizes on the same breaker creates a very dangerous situation as the screw can not exert the same amount of tightening force on both wires due to different sizes, again.... causing, over time, a heat buildup from the loose wire, which can and usually does cause the potential fire hazard. Many people do not know this. Get your breaker box and wiring checked out for your family's safety and to protect your investment. It only takes about an hour and is only $120 until December 31st, 2023. Call to schedule an appointment today for a peace of mind.
SUMMER POOL SAFETY AWARENESS
Fun In The Sun!! While that is the best time of the year, it is best if you follow up with pool electrical safety which is just as important as any other aspect, like making sure your chemicals are correct and the water pH is correct, etc. I suggest you, a pool company, or a licensed Electrician is called out to inspect the electrical cords, connections, plugs, proper grounding and bonding of your pool or hot tub (spa). Bonding is such an overlooked issue that seems to come up and can be fatal if not correct. I have nothing against Handymen, but these are things you need a professionally licensed company to come out to ensure the safety for all during each summer fun time. Waiting until there is or was an injury is not an excuse and is a totally unacceptable mindset. Family and friends are worth much more than any expense that would incur to ensure their safety. Wishing everyone a fantastic summer!!
Doss Electric EM&C LLC offers many services of Efficiency and Upgrades to our customers. These can include, but are not limited to:
RESIDENTIAL and COMMERCIAL WORK
LATEST DEALS FOR 2024
Electrical Panel Servicing - Only $130
Includes: Inspection of all wiring for correct size wire for breaker, signs of heat stress, check for proper torque on every wire at every termination point. Most Electricians do not provide that detailed of a service. The NEC specifies the necessity to do that to ensure a proper torqued connection and not overtightening which can be as bad as a loose wire which produces heat and could cause a house fire. Our service takes only about an hour and ensures proper electrical wiring. Your home and families safety is worth the peace of mind.
Updated NEC GFCI Replacement Info
Replace current/old Outdoor GFCI's with the newest up-to-date NEC code required WR/TR type Receptacles that are correctly matched to the correct size of outlet feed wiring. Loose wiring from old wiring and heat stressed GFCI's over the years are subject to and has a potential to cause a house fire to start without warning.
Another IMPORTANT Maintenance Issue For Homes/Commercial and Office Buildings
Regular Main Breaker Box Inspections are also important to have done every few years. The reason for this important task to be completed by a licensed Electrician is because no one knows how heat stressed their main breaker box has become without inspection of the internal busbars and components; wiring that becomes loose or also heat stressed enough to cause a hidden heat buildup that can potentially cause a house fire as well. Even more-so than ever before as homes use much more electrical devices, extension cords, etc. without realizing what is happening to their electrical system until it is too late. We will perform a total breaker box inspection and do maintenance (tightening of all connections, checking for proper size wiring for the breaker that it is connected to, ensure there are no double tapped breakers as well). You should ask a professional to do this, not a handyman. You do not have to use my company, but to protect your family members and the investment of your property, please have a company come out and perform this service to ensure your electrical safety is where it should be.
Estimate Cost:
Free Estimates within 10 miles of St. John city limits. All outside area estimates will cost $10 to $40 for up to a 30 minute travel time; and will be waived if work estimate turns into an approved work-order. Travel time exceeding 30 minutes will be charged at $50. Again, if work is requested at the time of arrival, the travel charge may be waived.
Service Calls:
A charge of $150 for the 1st hour, or even a fraction thereof is due at the time of service call during normal business operation hours. Additional time needed, is also billed at $130/hr. in half hour increments.
Emergency Service Call *
is billed at $210/hr per manpower needed. Typically only 1 or 2 Electricians are needed on almost all calls, as determined by Master Electrician and type of service call needed. Additional manpower is billed at an additional $90/hr. for each person, when needed.
Materials Cost:
Due to current rising costs of materials we are experiencing, we charge only for the current cost of any materials needed to complete the job. No huge price markups like most companies. This would be the same for materials needed on any service call as well.
Labor Rates:
Starting November 1st of 2023, our company labor cost will remain at a very competitive rate of $150/hr. and an additional $45/hr. per extra Electrician, if needed. This is a significant savings offered to all of our clients/customers.
Discounts Offered For July thru Oct 2024:
With every new EV Level 2 Charger Circuit installation, and every new Hot Tub Installation, we are offering a FREE Breaker Panel Maintenance Service which includes Infrared Scanning (A $120 value), plus $100 savings on total labor, OR, your choice of free labor on upgrading your front and back of house GFCI's with the new outdoor WR/TR type GFCI's.
NOTE * Indicates After Hours Service Calls and Emergency Service Calls
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