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Guides from Dan's Electric Shop & Electro Electric

Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.

September 23, 2026 · 3 min read

Why Your Walk-In Cooler's Evaporator Is Icing Up

Ice on the evaporator coil isn't just cosmetic. It blocks airflow, and the cause tends to get worse the longer the box runs iced up.

September 23, 2026 · 3 min read

Signs Your Geothermal System Is Leaning on Auxiliary Heat

A geothermal system that leans on auxiliary heat still keeps the house warm, which is exactly why the problem can go unnoticed until the bill arrives.

September 23, 2026 · 3 min read

Stand-By Generator vs. Backfeeding a Portable: Why It Matters

Two ways to keep the power on during a rural outage: one is built for it, the other can put a line crew in danger without anyone meaning it to.

September 23, 2026 · 3 min read

Grain Bin Electrical: What to Check Before Harvest

Every bin fan and auger runs at once during harvest. A short check now beats finding a problem with grain on the ground.

September 23, 2026 · 3 min read

Furnace Won't Start? What to Check Before You Call

A cold house at six in the morning does not always mean a big repair. Here is what you can safely check first.