Electrical Guides for Lee County Homeowners

Straight, current answers to the questions we hear most — written for Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and the rest of Lee County specifically, not a generic national audience.

Hurricane Season Electrical Checklist for Fort Myers Homeowners

What to check before a storm, and what to check before you flip a breaker after one.

July 2026

Federal Pacific and Zinsco Panels: Why Lee County Insurers Flag Them

What these panel brands are, why carriers won’t cover them, and what replacing one involves.

July 2026

EV Charger Incentives in Florida: What’s Still Available in 2026

The federal tax credit’s status, FPL’s EVolution Home program, and what actually saves you money now.

July 2026

7 Warning Signs Your Electrical Panel Needs an Upgrade

From tripping breakers to insurance flags — which signs are an inconvenience and which are a fire risk.

July 2026

Why Do My Lights Flicker When the AC Turns On?

A brief flicker can be normal. Here’s how to tell the difference from a real problem.

July 2026

Why Does My GFCI Outlet Keep Tripping?

GFCIs trip on purpose — the question is why, especially in Florida’s humidity.

July 2026

Portable vs. Standby Generator: Which Is Right for Your Home?

An honest comparison — cost, effort, and what each one actually gets you during an outage.

July 2026

Florida’s 4-Point Inspection: What Electrical Issues Get Flagged

What Florida insurers check for electrically, and what to do before it becomes a closing-day surprise.

July 2026

Electric Shock Drowning: What Every Boat Owner Needs to Know

Invisible, preventable, and worth understanding if you're anywhere near Lee County's canals.

July 2026

How to Reset a Tripped Breaker Safely

A tripped breaker did its job. Here's how to reset it — and when a reset isn't the right move.

July 2026

How to Test a GFCI Outlet

A 30-second monthly check that catches a failed GFCI before you need it to work.

July 2026

How to Choose the Right Generator Size for Your Home

Essential circuits vs. whole-home coverage, and what actually drives the number.

July 2026

How to Tell If an Electrical Job Is DIY-Safe or Needs a Licensed Electrician

Some tasks are genuinely fine to do yourself. Most aren't. Here's the honest line.

July 2026

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