AFCI Breakers in NYC: What They Do and Where Code Requires Them
A lot of electrical fires begin where nobody can see them, with a spark inside a wall: a nail that
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Winter Electrical Safety Tips for NYC Homeowners and Renters
NYC heat season runs October 1 to May 31. What a 1,500-watt space heater actually does to an old 15-amp circuit, how to plug one in safely, and when to call a licensed electrician.
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NYC Smoke, CO, and Gas Detector Laws: What Owners and Tenants Must Know
What New York City law requires for smoke, carbon monoxide, and natural gas alarms: where each device goes, which duties belong to the owner and which to the occupant, the $25/$50 reimbursement cap, and the January 1, 2027 gas detector deadline.
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How Long Does Electrical Work Take in NYC? (Timeline by Project Type)
“How long will this take?” is the second question every customer asks, and it is the one most often answered
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How to Add a Dedicated Circuit to a NYC Apartment or Brownstone
Every August we get the same call from apartments all over the city: the window air conditioner and the microwave
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Electrical Work in a NYC Co-op or Condo: What Needs Board Approval
Board approval, an alteration agreement, and a DOB permit are three different things. Here is what electrical work in a NYC co-op or condo actually triggers, and how to get approved on the first submission.
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What to Do in an Electrical Emergency in NYC (And Who to Call)
A sparking outlet, a burning smell, a downed wire, or an apartment with no power – what to do in the first sixty seconds of an NYC electrical emergency, and whether the call is 911, Con Edison, or a licensed electrician.
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Knob and Tube Wiring: Is It Still in Your NYC Brownstone?
If your building went up before about 1945 — which describes most of Park Slope, Bed-Stuy, Harlem, the Upper West
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Ceiling Fan Installation Cost in NYC (With & Without Existing Wiring)
Ceiling fan installation in NYC runs about $150-$300 with existing wiring, or $500+ for a new location. Full cost breakdown and what drives the price.
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How to Prepare Your NYC Home’s Electrical System for Summer
Summer strains NYC home wiring with AC load and storm surges. Here is how to test GFCIs, avoid circuit overloads, check your panel, and prep for outages.
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