CYR ELECTRIC, INC | 19 Mill Street, Auburn, MA 01501 | Phone: (508) 755-1110 | Toll Free: (888) 422-2227
Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to our FAQs page where you'll find answers to many common electrical questions. We hope you find this information helpful.
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| 1. | Can I do my own wiring? |
| The State of Massachusetts says that you can do your own wiring, provided it's your own home. You must be the owner, and it does not apply to other rental property or business property you might own, and you must have the work inspected by the local wiring inspector. | |
| 2. | How do I know when I need a professional? |
| Many people will attempt basic circuits in their home. Most people, however, will not tackle any work around the main panel as there are a lot of live parts and it can be very dangerous. Also, a swimming pool must be grounded and wired properly. We would recommend a professional for this job. We recommend a licensed electrician for al of your electrical needs. A few dollars saved is not worth the possibility of an electrical fire or someone getting hurt. | |
| 3. | Does the work need to be inspected? |
| Yes. The State of Massachusetts says that all work must be inspected by the local electrical inspector. | |
| 4. | Can I run some of the cables and then have you connect them to the box? |
| Yes. You can legally run cables in your own home and have a qualified electrician make the final connections into the live panel. It is illegal for you to run wires or hang fixtures or any other related work in any building other than your primary residence. | |
| 5. | Does someone need to be home while we are working on your electrical job? |
| No. Many people will leave us and go to work and find the job completed when they return home. | |
| 6. | How much does an estimate cost? |
| Our estimates are free. | |
| 7. | Do you give estimates over the phone? |
| Yes, we do, but we reserve the right to adjust our quote once we arrive if we feel it is necessary. | |
| 8. | How soon can you start? |
| Depending on the urgency of the project, we would be able to start anywhere from immediately to the next day or week. | |
| 9. | If I help, can I save myself some money? |
| Yes. Many times people will dig trenches or run wires, but don't feel comfortable making the connections in a live panel. They hire us and save money. | |
| 10. | How do I pay? |
| For residential projects, we don't ask for a deposit, but a check or money order will be needed upon completion of the job. For commercial and industrial projects we allow 30 days for payment. | |
| 11. | Would we be charged by the hour, or would you give a quote for the entire job? |
| We could do either one. Some people want to be charged on an hourly basis, other people want to have a quote given before the work is started. |
ELECTRICAL HOME SAFETY TIPS
According to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission, about 200 people die from electrocution each year. Deaths from residential fires run close to 700 annually. Each year, about 3,000 people are treated in hospital emergency rooms for injuries associated with electricity. Almost 10,000 fires result from damaged or overloaded cords and plugs each year.
Here are the steps you can take to protect yourself from accident or injury:
- Have a licensed electrician install Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) outdoors, in bathrooms, kitchens or in any other location where electrical appliances or products come in contact with water. Nearly all electrocutions involving consumer products could be prevented by using GFCIs.
- Make sure cords are in good condition - not frayed or cracked. Make sure they are placed out of traffic areas. Cords should never be nailed or stapled to the wall, baseboard or to any object. Do not place cords under carpets, or rugs or rest any furniture on them.
- Check for outlets that have loose-fitting plugs, which can overheat and lead to fire. Replace any missing or broken wall plates. Make sure there are safety covers on all unused outlets that are accessible to children.
- Make sure extension cords are not overloaded. Extension cords should only be used on a temporary basis; they are not intended as permanent household wiring. Make sure extension cords have safety closures to help prevent young children from shock hazard mouth burn injuries.
- Make sure your plugs fit your outlets. Never remove the ground pin (the third prong) to a three-prong for a two-prong outlet; this could lead to an electrical shock. Never force a plug into an outlet if it doesn't fit. Plugs should fit securely into outlets. Avoid overloading circuits with too many appliances.
- Check the wattage of all the light bulbs in light fixtures to make sure they are the correct wattage for the size of the fixture. Replace bulbs that have higher wattage than recommended. If you don't know the correct wattage, check with the manufacturer of the fixture.
- Dim or flickering lights, arcs or sparks, sizzling or buzzing sounds from your electrical system, odors, hot switch plates, loose plugs and damaged insulation are signs of potential hazards and should be looked at by a licensed electrician.
- If your home is more than 40 years old, renovated recently or had the addition of a major new appliance such as a refrigerator or electric furnace, you should have a qualified licensed electrician inspect your home's electrical system to ensure the circuits are not overloaded and the electrical service can adequately supply the demand. electrical inspections can catch problems hidden behind the walls and correct them before they turn tragic.
TIPS FOR CHOOSING AN ELECTRICIAN
- Get referrals from family, friends and neighbors.
- Contact your local Better Business Bureau to verify the electrician's service record and complaint history.
- Hire a licensed professional. Call the Board of State Examiners of Electricians at (617) 727-9931 to verify licensure, the number of years licensed and the licensee's complaint history.
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