The O'Henry Electric Blog
Honest, plain-English answers from a licensed East Tennessee electrician — panel upgrades, EV chargers, lighting, emergency safety, and the questions our customers actually ask.
Outdoor and Landscape Lighting in East Tennessee: What Works, What Lasts
A licensed electrician's take on outdoor lighting that survives East Tennessee weather — line voltage vs. low voltage, smart controls, and what to avoid.
Federal Pacific and Zinsco Panels: Why East Tennessee Homeowners Should Replace Them
Federal Pacific Stab-Lok and Zinsco panels have a documented history of failing to trip and starting fires. Here's how to identify them and what to do.
When to Call an Emergency Electrician (and When You Can Wait Until Morning)
Not every electrical problem is a 2 a.m. emergency. Here's how a 24/7 electrician decides what's urgent — and what can wait safely.
EV Charger Installation in Tennessee: Permits, Panel Capacity, and Picking the Right Charger
How a Level 2 EV charger should be installed in East Tennessee — permit, circuit sizing, panel capacity, and which charger to buy. From a licensed electrician.
Panel Upgrades in Tennessee: When You Need One and What's Actually Involved
An East Tennessee electrician's plain-English guide to 100-to-200 amp panel upgrades — when you actually need one, what the work includes, and what to look for in a contractor.