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Greater Portland Electric


Don't Let Winter Catch You Off Guard: GPE's Essential Electrical Compliance Checklist for Portland Homes.
Don't Let Winter Catch You Off Guard: GPE's Essential Electrical Compliance Checklist for Portland Homes. As the temperature drops in Greater Portland, your electrical system begins its most demanding season. Winter is the time for safety and compliance to prevent property damage, costly failures, and the risk of fire. As Established Professionals with 18 years of service, our focus is ensuring your home's electrical integrity meets the highest standards. 1. Panel Health: Th
Ethan Bixler
Oct 222 min read


Westbrook Panel Problems - 1/2 Power & 170 volts - Lights Blowing Up
Introduction - "Only 1/2 the power is working at my house" When a homeowner in Westbrook called us with a scary problem—half their unit...
Ethan Bixler
Oct 114 min read


Everything You Need to Know About Knob and Tube Wiring From Detection to Remediation
So, you think you have found knob and tube wiring in your home? Now what? Frustrated by a seemingly comprehensive guide to knob and tube wiring we set out to compile a guide that covers all aspects. We have linked our table of contents to allow you to jump to the section of your choice. We hope this will inform and assist those faced with the possibility of knob and tube wiring in their home. The Greater Portland Electric Team Table of Contents Brief Introduction What are the
Ethan Bixler
Sep 2531 min read


Experiencing loss of power, loss of half your home's power or intermittent power loss? Corrosion at your electrical meter and or electrical panel could be the cause and is preventable!
Why Temperature Changes Cause Electrical Problems and Loss of Power in Maine Homes Seasonal temperature extremes don't just affect your comfort—they put serious stress on your home's electrical infrastructure and are a leading cause of loss of power in Maine homes. Electrical connections expand and contract, components work harder, and existing issues that were manageable suddenly become electrical emergencies requiring immediate attention from a professional electrician. Sud
Ethan Bixler
Jul 75 min read
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