Articles about Volt Readings

How to Locate a Voltage Problem

By Dave Rongey

Why is the electrical circuit voltage not reading normal with a voltage tester? How to Locate a Voltage Problem, Electrical Tests for Locating the Cause of Incorrect Voltage.

Tags: circuit voltage, erratic voltage, high voltage, high voltage problem, high voltage reading, lost power, low voltage problem, low voltage reading, panel voltage, voltage problem, voltage test, wrong voltage

Electrician Working With Voltage Problems at Main Service

By Dave Rongey

How to Identify Problems with Main Electrical Service Voltage: Main electrical service with incorrect Line Power and Neutral Voltage readings.

Tags: electrical panel, electrical problem, electrical service, electrical troubleshooting, line voltage, main service, neutral voltage, residental service, volt readings

Causes of Incorrect Electrical Voltage

By Dave Rongey

Why is the Voltage wrong at the Electric Service Panel? How to Troubleshoot Incorrect Voltage Readings.

Tags: Arizona, electric panel, electrical service, electrical troubleshooting, Line1, Line2, main service, Neutral and Ground, residential service, utility transformer, volt readings, voltage, wrong panel voltage

Home Electrical Wiring and Electrical Repairs

Please Note:
Unless otherwise posted, please refer to the following Guidelines when working on Electrical Projects:

Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced - Electrical Repairs and Circuit Wiring is Best Performed by a Certified Electrician or Licensed Electrical Contractor.

Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch of Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester and a Multi Meter.

Estimated Time:
Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools, work with electrical wiring, and the available access to the project area.

Precaution:
Identify the project circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.

Important:
Modifying existing electrical circuits or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and National Electrical Codes, with a permit and be inspected.