Dec 6, 2020 | Authored By: Fritz Gunther, News, Newsletter Archive
The 1999 version of the National Electrical Code (NEC) is when Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI) first appeared in the Code. Since then, AFCI requirements have expanded to several areas throughout the NEC and so the confusion began. A common question among...
Dec 5, 2020 | News, Newsletter Archive
As a contractor, should an issue arise, it may be difficult to get your situation resolved when dealing with a large utility company. After contacting the utility company about your issue and you still cannot get your situation resolved, you do have more options. The...
Dec 5, 2020 | News, Newsletter Archive
The 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) does regulate temporary Christmas / Holiday lights. The intent is to provide the practical safeguarding of people and property from hazards arising from the use of electricity and the safe use of Holiday lights. All temporary...
Nov 17, 2020 | Newsletter Archive
TECHNICAL BULLETIN Effective Date: May 12, 2020 Source: State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council – New York Department of State RE: On December 6, 2020, the State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council adopted rules that amended and updated the New...
Mar 18, 2019 | Newsletter Archive
RGE Requirements for Installation of Electrical Service & Meters Class February 21, 2019 RGE held a Utility Night in February to go over changes/updates to their 2011 booklet for the Installation of Electrical Services and Meters, and to answer any lingering...
Jan 4, 2019 | Newsletter Archive
Caution is Best When Dealing with Wet Wires from Flooding Corrosion may lead to damaging electrical fires Last year’s flooding on the Lake Ontario shoreline created a perfect storm of damage for homeowners and businesses who live and work by the water. Some...