The National Electric Safety Code (NESC) or the National Electric Code (NEC) govern and regulate all electrical requirements nationwide.

It is the responsibility of each and every electrician in Utah and Utah electrical contractors to stay up to date on any changes in the code.  You can do this through continuing education courses, memberships in unions, and various other means.

Each city or municipality may adopt the code or certain parts of it and then create their own specifications.  It can be more difficult to stay on top of the various city specs in your particular location.

For example, this year an electrical contractor in Sandy Utah could install street lights using a standard PVC street light box that might cost between $30 and $60, if the job was approved before June.  The same job after June would require a Quazite concrete polymer street lighting box that can cost up to $400.

A simple oversight by the electrician not reading and getting up to date city specs could cost thousands of dollars.  When bidding a job that involves detailed city requirements the electrical contractor in Sandy or any other city should always double checks the city standard no matter how many times they have worked in that city.

Rocky Mountain Power made a significant change in their specification in Utah this year.  Every new construction site is now required to install concrete vaults and conduit for the underground wire and for every transformer, ground sleeve, and switch gear.

These requirements have been written in their book of specs for a few years but have not been enforced in Utah until 2010.

Technology advances and national, regional and city codes change and evolve.  All Utah Electricians and Utah electrical contractors must always stay up to date on the projects they are working on.

The Cove at River Woods Estates is a new community located at approximately 11400 S. and State Street in Sandy Utah.  Wright Homes is currently building four homes in the subdivision which should be finished before the Salt Lake Parade of Homes the end of July 2010.

We were hired by the developer to act as a project manager and electrician in Sandy Utah.  Our duties were to coordinate with Sandy City, Rocky Mountain Power, Qwest, Questar, and Comcast, and build the underground power infrastructure for Rocky Mountain Power and Sandy City street lights.

This was and continues to be a particularly difficult job because the time frame which we were given.  There are many items that need to be completed before the houses are ready to be shown.

On a typical job it can take a month or two to get utility infrastructure designed by RMP and the other utility companies.  Then to pay and finalize the contract and get on the schedule can take another month or two.

The time frame to complete this job was only two months total.  In addition to that water sewer and storm drain were being built simultaneously.  We would not have the luxury of having existing curb and gutter with property pins to help us place the boxes.

Our window of opportunity to open the trench install the power infrastructure and have Qwest and Comcast install their facilities as well was only four days.  Doing our own work and coordinating the other two companies to get their work done in that time frame was a juggling act.

It is our goal to become the premier electrical contractor in Utah that works for and on behalf of the developer to build all or facilitate the construction of any utilities that are installed in the “joint utility trench”.  This job as all jobs had some hiccups.  The important thing is to be able to work through them and get the job done, which we did.

This job is a fine example of why all developers should hire KJ Brothers Construction to manage and build the power infrastructure in their subdivision.  KJ Brothers will save valuable time, provide the highest quality work, and always get the job done on schedule.

Utah Electrical Contractors install and maintain the electrical and power systems for our homes and commercial properties.  They install and maintain the electrical equipment and machines in factories and a wide range of other businesses.

Utah Electrical Contractors read blueprints that were designed by an Electrical Engineer that show the locations of circuits, outlets, load centers, panel boards,  transformers, switchgears, and other equipment.  After determining where all the conduit and wires go,  electricians will install the infrastructure and connect the wires to circuit breakers, transformers, outlets, and / or other components and systems. All electrical work must be able to pass inspection to ensure that building and safety codes are met.

Utah Electrical Contractors are a licensed trade professional, who have a combination of education and experience. Utah Electrical Contractors must pass a state licensing examination and receive continuing education in order to retain their licensing privileges. Many Utah Electrical Contractors run their own electrical contracting business. They must build strong business relationships with local builders, general contractors, and developers.

As an Utah Electrical Contractor you meet with clients, other trade professionals, and electrical inspectors. The ability to interact with these professsionals while communicating clearly and effectively is very important to your success.

The primary role of the Electrical Contractor is to find and win new jobs or business, and complete projects. The client identifies what type of work needs to be done, or the end result that they want to achieve.  A few Electrical Contractors may meet with the client and each will provide a quote.

The success or failure of an Utah Electrical Contractor is directly related to its ability to win new jobs and obtain repeat business from existing clients. Quality of workmanship, pricing, and overall business relationships are critical in this service industry.  A lot of work is gained or lost through reputation, so it is important to dedicate sufficient time to maintain these relationships.

KJ Brothers Construction is an Utah Electrical Contractor .  Our consulting services are included in our bids to ensure our clients are well informed. KJ Brothers will communicate with Rocky Mountain Power and other local jurisdictions, ensuring that their client’s needs are met.

Electrical wiring projects should always be taken very seriously. If you want to do the job yourself, be deliberate about your safety. When in doubt, though, call a professional.

• Damaged wiring causes twice as many fires as electrical appliances.  However, most of your home wiring is not visible.  An electrician can give your home an electrical health check to make sure there are no hidden problems.  If your lights flicker or the power in your home goes out a lot, you may want to have one of our Utah electrical experts inspect your wiring.
• Check your electrical appliances.  If they get very hot when in use or short out easily, they might have an electrical fault.  Electrical appliances and products should carry a listed logo (i.e. , UL, OSHA or ETL) indicating that they have been independently tested for safety.
• Check appliance cords for signs of wear and tear and replace them if they are damaged or frayed. Never run electrical cords under rugs or across high traffic areas, never place them under furniture, or tie a knot in a cord.
• Switch off electrical outlets, light switches, or plugs immediately if they become hot to the touch.  Call one of our Utah electrical experts to check it out.
• Don’t overload electrical extension cords or sockets. This is a major cause of electrical fires in the home.
• Always “child-proof” electrical outlets with safety plugs and never allow children to play around electrical appliances.
• Never allow electrical appliances, electrical wiring, or electrical outlets or switches to get wet or damp.  Make sure you have a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) installed in your bathroom outlet(s).any electrical outlet in the bathroom.  If your walls are damp or you have a burst or leaking water pipe, call an electrician to check the affected area for safety.
• Keep heaters a few feet away from potentially combustible items such as curtains and combustible furniture.
• Install smoke / carbon dioxide alarms, check them regularly to make sure they are working, and have a home escape plan that you practice frequently with your family.

• Electrical wiring projects should always be taken very seriously. If you want to do the job yourself, be deliberate about your safety. When in doubt, though, call a professional.

• First,  shut off the power to the circuit you are working on. Never work on electrical wiring with live power running through it. After you shut off the power and before you begin the job, double check that you’ve shut off the power. Shutting off the power is very important.

• Don’t wear jewelry when working with electricity. Metal is a good conductor, as are humans when attached to that metal. Arcs can easily occur without you even physically touching a live conductor.

• Wear rubber sole shoes and if possible, stand on a rubber mat. If you must be on a ladder when working with electrical wiring, use a fiberglass or wooden ladder.

• Avoid using bulb-type circuit testers to test a switch or outlet. A larger multimeter provides more information and keeps your fingers away from potentially hot wires.

• Never overload a circuit. Adding too many outlets, multiple plug-ins, or cheater plugs can easily overload the circuit, causing the wires to overheat and catch your house on fire.

• Know which wires or terminals are “hot”. Improperly connected electrical wiring will cause a short and electrocute the next person using the light switch and/or cause a fire.