How to Reset a Gas & Electric Furnace
When your furnace stops working, a reset can often solve the problem. Knowing how and when to reset your furnace is helpful for quick troubleshooting. At Allen Service, we want you to feel prepared to handle minor furnace issues, so here’s a guide to safely reset your gas or electric furnace. Where Is the Reset […]
12 Signs You Need an Electrical Panel Upgrade
If you think of your home’s electrical wiring like the central nervous system in your body, the electrical panel is the brain. Also known as the breaker box, circuit panel, or junction box, the electrical panel is where electricity enters your home from the outside grid and is distributed to various circuits within the building. […]
Electrical Panels That May Be Uninsurable for Your Homeowners Insurance
If you live in Fort Collins, CO, and have an old electrical panel, then it might be time to upgrade or replace it. Allen Service is your reliable and experienced home electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, sewer, and drain service provider with over 60 years of experience in Fort Collins. We specialize in non-insurable electric panels and […]
What Are the Types of Circuit Breakers?
It’s easy to take your home’s electrical wiring and outlets for granted, but you rely on them for everything from watching TV and browsing the web to cooking food and vacuuming the carpet. If your wiring is configured correctly, you may never give it a second thought. But if your circuit breaker panel is old […]
Childproofing Outlets
As your baby grows and becomes more mobile, safety concerns may arise around the house. Everything from table corners to staircases to electrical cords become newfound hazards. As you go about childproofing your home, make sure you address the electrical outlets, which shock and burn about 2,400 children in the US each year. A further six to […]
A Guide to Your Home’s Circuit Breaker Panel
You probably don’t give it much thought, but electricity flows through your home thanks to wiring installed behind the walls. This makes it possible to plug in any appliance or electronic device for instant, reliable power. The circuit breaker panel—also known as the breaker box, electrical panel, and main service panel—is the hub of your home’s […]
Common Causes of Electrical Fires & How to Prevent
Electrical fires are among the most dangerous and destructive types of fire. They can occur suddenly and spread quickly, often resulting in extensive damage to property and serious injuries or even death. Electrical fires are not uncommon in Fort Collins. In fact, they are one of the most common types of fires in the city. […]
Circuit Breaker Won’t Reset? Here’s What to Do
Modern electrical systems have circuit breakers that trip in order to protect circuits from damage caused by overloading or short-circuiting. Usually, the fix is simple—just flip the tripped switch, and power is restored. But sometimes, the circuit breaker won’t reset or trips repeatedly. Here’s a look at what might be causing the problem and what you should […]
10 Reasons Electrical Maintenance Is Important
You rely on electricity to charge your cell phone, light your home, and run your air conditioner, yet you probably don’t give it a second thought most days. You simply expect the lights to turn on when you flip the switch and devices to power up when you plug them in. Plus, you probably only […]