Nickle Apprentice to compete in ABC National Craft Championship
On September 16, fourth-year Apprentice Andrew Antinora came in first place at the ABC Delaware Craft Championship and will now move on to the ABC National Craft Championship. The Craft […]
How to terminate ethernet cable
In this new Nickle video, Project Manager Jon Harrison demonstrates how to terminate CAT 5 cable into an RJ-45 end.
Protect your quaint home from old wiring
Old or historical homes are sometimes attractive to potential home buyers, with quaint features and old-world charm. Unfortunately, along with them comes a very dangerous element – an antiquated electrical […]
Smoke Detector Safety
In this video, Junior Estimator Scott Estep discusses the importance of having smoke alarms in your home. He reviews different types of detectors, how they work, where they should be […]
Taking the Journeyman’s Exam
To become a licensed electrician, you’re required to take the state journeyman’s exam. Many people take this exam after completing four years in a paid apprenticeship program, which combines both […]
What is a GFCI and how to reset one
A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is now standard for electrical installation in certain areas of a residence to protect you from electrocution and prevent a fire. Service Technician Scott […]
6 years and going strong
On February 1, Nickle Electrical reached an amazing milestone and set another safety record. Employees have now worked six years without a lost-time accident! This accomplishment would not be possible […]
2015 Year in Review
Another year has gone by, so it’s time to reflect on the past 12 months. While there are always setbacks to learn from and obstacles to overcome, overall Nickle had […]
Electrical problems you shouldn’t ignore
There are many elements that make up your home’s electrical system. Even if one component is faulty, it can cause a series of problems, threatening the safety of you, […]
The ABCs of common electrical terms
When an electrician comes to your home communicating a sea of terms you don’t quite get, it’s hard to understand what your electrical problem actually is. Life would be much […]