Do you have had a breaker that keeps tripping? You may be wondering but I just put in a larger size breaker so that I quit having an issue? The short answer to that is no. Breakers are sized based off the wire size so if a larger breaker gets installed, it would allow the…
Many people don’t give a thought to their electrical box until something quits working. You might have to brush away cobwebs to get the door opened up depending on how long it’s been since the last breaker was tripped. Maybe today you are thinking about adding an electric garage heater, hot tub, tesla charger, air…
Here’s an electrician’s answer of where to look when you ask why don’t my outlets work when the breaker is on. Sometimes at Cannon Electric we get calls to look at why outlets have suddenly quit working. Maybe you have already ran to check the breaker box and found that not a single breaker is…
Maybe you were working on some heavy duty power and got shocked. You probably thought something like “I got a big shock since it was 240 volts.” Actually it would be very likely you got a 120 volt shock, even if you were working with 240 volts. You might be wondering how that can be….
A 2-prong cord, also known as a polarized cord, typically consists of two wires: a hot wire and a neutral wire. These cords are commonly found in older electrical devices and appliances. They are also found on new appliances where the appliance is double insulated, which just means there are two levels of isolation from…
Single pole, 3-way, and 4-way switches are three types of electrical switches used to control the flow of electricity to lights or other electrical devices in a circuit. Each type of switch serves a different purpose and allows for different configurations of controlling lights from multiple locations. In summary, single pole switches control a light…
Ever wondered why one slot is larger than the other on your outlets? This size difference is a safety feature that is a key feature of outlets commonly used in the United States and some other countries. This feature is called polarization or a polarized outlet. This design ensures that the appliance or device being…
Cannon Electric LLC
711 9th Ave SE #308
Watertown, SD 57201-2925
Phone: 605-520-0433
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Founded on a commitment to exceptional service and unparalleled expertise, Cannon Electric, LLC has been South Dakota's trusted electrical partner for years. Our licensed and seasoned electricians bring a combination of passion, innovation, and dedication to every project. Whether it's a small residential fix or a new installation, we approach each task with the same focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. At Cannon Electric, we believe in powering dreams, illuminating possibilities, and ensuring that our clients receive nothing short of the best.
