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Electrical grounding is one of the most basic parts of a modern electrical system, and the electricians at Dawson's Electric are happy to help Chapel Hill, NC customers do the job. Whether you’re initially installing an electrical system or upgrading an existing one, we are prepared to assist you. Our company also handles repair work. Here is what you should know about electrical grounding.
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The goal of setting up an electrical ground is to give the current a path back to the Earth. Without a return path, electricity can collect in devices, fixtures, or wires. Undischarged electricity can shock people, damage equipment, or even spark a fire.
Although the situation and mechanism are somewhat different, there are similarities between grounding and how you might touch something to discharge static electricity from your own body. The goal is to give the electricity somewhere to go so it isn’t a problem.
Notably, this approach also provides a path for extreme overloads to get to the ground. For example, a high-grade ground provides a path for lighting to get to the Earth following a strike. The same benefit applies if a device plugged into your electrical system overloads during operation. Even if the electrical system suffers damage, the discharge to the ground will still dissipate some of the worst effects.
Modern building codes almost always require a ground for any occupied building. It is also a good idea to include grounding for outdoor wiring systems because of increased exposure to the elements. You should have grounding near a pool, hot tub, or sauna if it has any electrical systems, too.
Dawson's Electric handles a wide range of electrical jobs for residents of Chapel Hill, NC. We are a locally owned business, and our electricians take pride in handling all tasks professionally. Our company is also licensed and insured. We offer regular specials, and qualified customers should ask about our financing options for their electrical projects.
Installing, repairing, or upgrading the electrical grounding in your Chapel Hill house is a great way to improve your peace of mind, so contact Dawson's Electric today.
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