Electrical Services

Aug 1 2017

Air-source Heat Pumps for Treasure Coast Homes

Air-source heat pumps for energy efficiency.

For South Florida homeowners air-source heat pumps are an energy-efficient alternative to furnaces and air conditioners. Because the Treasure Coast seldom sees extended periods of sub-freezing temperatures its residents can take advantage of heat pump technology. There are three types of heat pumps: air-to-air, water source, and geothermal. They collect heat from the air, water, or ground outside your home and concentrate it for use inside. This article focuses mainly on air-source heat pumps.

An air-source heat pump system transfers heat from outside to inside a building, or vice versa. Under the principles of vapor compression refrigeration, an ASHP uses a refrigerant system involving a compressor and a condenser to absorb heat at one place and release it at another. During the heating season, the air-source heat pump moved heat from the cool outdoors into your warm house. During the cooling season, the heat pump moves heat from your cool house into the warm outdoors.

The most common type of heat pump is the air-source heat pump, which transfers heat between your house and the outside air. Today’s air-source heat pump can deliver one-and-a-half to three times more heat energy to a home than the electrical energy it consumes. High-efficiency air-source heat pumps also dehumidify better than standard central air conditioners, resulting in less energy usage and more comfort all year around. Air-source heat pumps have been used for many years in nearly all parts of the United States, but the Treasure Coast area is ideally suited for heat pump technology.

For homes without ducts, air-source heat pumps are also available in a ductless version called a mini-split heat pump.

Advanced Features to Look for in Air-source Heat Pumps.

A number of innovations are improving the performance of air-source heat pumps.

Unlike standard compressors that can only operate at full capacity, two-speed compressors allow heat pumps to operate close to the heating or cooling capacity needed at any particular moment. This saves electrical energy and reduces compressor wear. Two-speed heat pumps also work well with zone control systems. Zone control systems, often found in larger homes, use automatic dampers to allow the heat pump to keep different rooms at different temperatures.

Some models of heat pumps are equipped with variable-speed or dual-speed motors on their indoor fans, outdoor fans, or both. The variable-speed controls for these fans keep the air moving at a comfortable velocity, minimizing cool drafts and maximizing electrical savings. It also minimizes the noise from the blower running at full speed.

Although most heat pumps use electric resistance heaters as a backup for cold weather, heat pumps can also be equipped with burners to supplement the heat pump. Back-up burners help solve the problem of the heat pump delivering relatively cool air during cold weather and reduces its use of electricity. There are few heat pump manufacturers that incorporate both types of heat supply in one box, so these configurations are often two smaller, side-by-side, standard systems sharing the same ductwork. The combustion fuel half of the system could be propane, natural gas, oil, or even coal and wood.

In comparison with a combustion fuel-fired furnace or standard heat pump alone, this type of system is also economical. Actual energy savings depend on the relative costs of the combustion fuel relative to electricity.

Have you decided that an air-source heat pump is right for you? Do you have a heat pump that needs to be serviced? Give us a call; we can help you every step of the way.

Would you like a complimentary…no obligation …project consultation? Please feel free to call for more details.

Goodiel Electric, LLC For a Backup Generator wiring installation, call Goodiel Electric – Electrician .
Glenn Goodiel.
Mobile: 772-263-2333.
Florida License – EC13005097.

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In Martin County, Goodiel Electric, LLC. services Hobe Sound, Indiantown, Jensen Beach, Jupiter Island, North River Shores, Ocean Breeze Park, Palm City, Port Salerno, Rio, Sewall’s Point and Stuart.

In St. Lucie County, Goodiel Electric, LLC. services Port Saint Lucie, St. Lucie West, Tradition, Torino, Tesoro, Lake Charles, Lake Forest, Magnolia Lakes, PGA Village, The Vineyards, St James Golf Club, The Cascades, Fort Pierce, and the unincorporated areas of St. Lucie County.

By Glenn_G • Energy Efficiency, Heat Pumps, Treasure Coast • • Tags: air-source heat pumps

Jun 6 2017

Geothermal Heat Pumps for Martin County Homes

Geothermal Heat Pumps for Energy Efficiency.

For climates with moderate heating and cooling needs, heat pumps offer an energy-efficient alternative to furnaces and air conditioners. South Florida in general and Martin County in particular is ideally suited for heat pump technology. There are three types of heat pumps: air-to-air, water source, and geothermal. They collect heat from the air, water, or ground outside your home and concentrate it for use inside. This article focuses mainly on geothermal heat pumps (ground-source or water-source). More

By Glenn_G • Energy Efficiency, Heat Pumps, Treasure Coast • • Tags: energy efficiency

May 28 2017

Water Source Heat Pumps for the Treasure Coast

Water source heat pumps for energy efficiency.

For Treasure Coast homeowners heat pumps are an energy-efficient alternative to furnaces and air conditioners. Because the Treasure Coast seldom sees extended periods of sub-freezing temperatures its residents can take advantage of heat pump technology. There are three types of heat pumps: air-to-air, water source, and geothermal. They collect heat from the air, water, or ground outside your home and concentrate it for use inside. This article focuses mainly on water source heat pumps. More

By Glenn_G • Energy Efficiency, Heat Pumps, Treasure Coast • • Tags: Water source heat pumps

May 17 2017

UL 1008 Transfer Switches for Standby Generators

UL 1008 Transfer Switches Deliver Dependability.

Extended power outages are a real threat to Treasure Coast homeowners during severe weather events. When power is lost it completely changes the way we live our lives. When a natural disaster such as a hurricane occurs backup power is an absolute necessity. For that reason, a permanent standby generator is often viewed as the best option for homeowners because it can provide automatic, whole-home power during extended outages. Switchover to emergency backup power when utility power fails typically relies upon a UL 1008 transfer switch. That switch activates the standby generator as soon as normal power goes off-line. The reliability of that switch is of paramount importance. Unfortunately, non-UL 1008 transfer switches have not always been as dependable as they should be. In fact, in a recent survey nearly a third of the non-UL 1008 transfer switched tested failed completely. But, with evolving technology and more widely adopted standards, reliable transfer switches can become the norm. One of those evolving standards is Underwriters Laboratory’s UL 1008.

UL 1008 is a standard for transfer switch equipment that was first issued in 1972. It was approved by ANSI in 1976 and has been evolving ever since. A performance standard as well as a design and construction standard, it sets criteria for short circuit testing. UL 1008 is intended to guard against transfer switch failures and resulting fires. It helps ensure the safety of the installation and the safety of the operation and maintenance personnel who work with transfer switch equipment.

Since it was first introduced, there have been several revisions to ensure that transfer switches are adequately tested to safely withstand and close on the short-circuit ratings shown on their labels. Currently in its seventh edition, it is, today, the standard to which switch manufacturers build and test their switches to help ensure they perform as expected.

Labeling UL 1008 Transfer Switches.

Achieving the label UL 1008 requires conforming to a series of rigorous requirements that cover automatic, non-automatic and bypass/isolation transfer switches intended for use in ordinary locations for power and lighting.

The standard sets a series of exacting requirements including:

Withstand and closing ratings (known as WCR), which cover severe fault currents, bolted faults, and short circuiting within the electrical distribution system.
A test to ensure the device can carry rated currents.
Endurance tests that specify the number of cycles the transfer switch must achieve and continue to perform its intended function.
For example, a transfer switch that has earned UL 1008 certification has the ability to transfer 6,000 times, with one-sixth of those operations at full rated load. That leaves plenty of leeway for a switch that is tested monthly and also might be subjected to a dozen outages of normal power every year.

The seventh edition of UL 1008 became effective as of Nov. 1, 2014. It impacts product shipped on or after that date and resulted in significant changes to the short-circuit ratings shown on all transfer switch products in the industry.

Time-based short circuit and short time ratings are both optional for product qualification under UL 1008. UL 1008 now requires circuit breaker ratings must show short-circuit amperes, voltages, + time duration markings in seconds.

Not every transfer switch manufacturer offers these ratings in addition to the specific breaker rating. However, if a specifying engineer has this added information, that person has more flexibility when selecting an appropriate circuit breaker to coordinate with the desired transfer switch rating. And, after installation, in applications where ratings are relevant, an inspector would look for the additional information.

Would you like a complimentary…no obligation …project consultation? Please feel free to call for more details.

Goodiel Electric, LLC.
Glenn Goodiel.

Mobile: (772) 263-2333.
Skype: (772) 263-2333.
Florida License – EC13005097.

Call Goodiel Electric, LLC. for a Great Deal.

Call master electrician and Martin County based electrical contractor Glenn Goodiel for all your electrical service needs.

By Glenn_G • Generator Installation, Standby Generators • • Tags: UL 1008 Transfer Switches

May 10 2016

Load Testing Standby Generators

Load testing for reliability.

The rational for a Treasure Coast homeowner to install and maintain a standby generator is that a reliable source of electrical power will be available in the event of an emergency. Insuring that reliability depends on load testing.

How reliable is a homeowner’s on-site power system? Waiting until an outage occurs is not the time to find out. The better way is to periodically test the standby generator under load to help ensure it is ready to run when needed.

Homeowners may be reluctant to test the standby generators, transfer switch, and other components under load because of cost or inconvenience. If the testing reveals a problem, then what? However, there are several very important reasons to test the on-site power system.

Why load testing.

A standby generator that is idle most of the time needs to be exercised to prevent the system from breaking down due to lack of use. Testing helps to pro-actively diagnose and fix problems and determine if an aging standby system is due for replacement or component upgrades — at a time the system is not needed.

Testing a generator with a load bank eliminates the effects of wet stacking. Wet stacking is the build-up of carbon deposits in the exhaust. This build-up can adversely impact generator components including piston rings, turbochargers, injector nozzles, the combustion chamber and the exhaust pipe. Running the generator at the required percentage of the rated load burns off carbon deposits in the engine.

The technicians conducting the load testing will also monitor the engine for leaks, temperature and oil pressure loss. Based on their observations and readings, they can be ready to disconnect the load if problems arise.

Ultimately, the cost of regularly scheduled maintenance and testing is worth the insurance that a well maintained standby generator provides.

How to load test.

The safest and most efficient way to evaluate the health of a standby power system is to schedule periodic field testing of the standby generator and its associated components under the equivalent of a live load. The test should be conducted by qualified technicians under controlled conditions.

Turning on a generator without a load attached is like turning on the ignition in a car left up on jacks in a garage for a long time. There is no way to know if the vehicle will operate on the road. Just hearing the motor run doesn’t mean the car can be driven or the tires are aligned.

Load testing is typically done by applying an outside electrical load to the standby generator. The load bank, which is generally portable and transported to the facility on a flatbed trailer or the back of a truck, is equal to the total load the generator would be expected to carry if utility power became unavailable. This type of test does not disturb the live load and eliminates the risk of causing a loss of power should the system not function as intended.

Once the load bank is connected to the standby generator, the generator is turned on and operated for a predetermined period of time. The attending technicians make note of any operational problems, which the homeowner can then address at a non-critical time.

When to load test.

How often the testing should occur depends on the classification or use of the facility, local building code, the original equipment manufacturer’s recommendations for the application, and operating conditions.

While some homeowners may balk at the cost of load testing, the expense is substantially less than the costs of an unexpected outage. Scheduling periodic field testing and pro-actively diagnosing and fixing problems when the standby generator isn’t needed will help ensure a homeowner isn’t left in the dark when the generator is needed.

Would you like a complimentary…no obligation …project consultation? Please feel free to call for more details.

Goodiel Electric, LLC For A Great Deal Call Goodiel Electric, your Treasure Coast Electrician. .
Glenn Goodiel.

Mobile: (772) 263-2333.
Skype: (772) 263-2333.
Florida License – EC13005097.

Call Goodiel Electric, LLC. for a Great Deal.

Call master electrician and Martin County based electrical contractor Glenn Goodiel for all your electrical service needs.

By Glenn_G • Electrical Services, Electrician, Generator Installation • • Tags: Load testing

Mar 19 2016

Hurricane Safety Plan

Got a well thought out hurricane safety plan?

The 2016 Atlantic hurricane season is nearly upon us. For anyone living on Florida’s Treasure Coast, a well thought out hurricane safety plan is essential. Safety should always be your first priority. To insure that safety, potential hazards need to be eliminated prior to a storms.

Electricity is a major concern when a severe storm comes upon us. Goodiel Electric urges you to be prepared and be aware of potential electrical hazards at all times, especially during and after a severe storm. While in the eye of a hurricane is no time to be preparing an electrical generator or trimming trees away from power lines. The time for that action is now. More

By Glenn_G • Electrical Contractor, Generator Installation, Treasure Coast • 1 • Tags: Standby generator

Dec 8 2015

Standby Generator for Hurricane Season

Think “Standby Generator” for the Next Hurricane Season.

Don't get left in the dark due to power outages. Install a standby generator.

The 2015 hurricane season has officially ended. Florida residents made it through unscathed. Coming into the 2015 hurricane season, Florida had gone a record 10 years without a land-falling hurricane of category 3 or higher. For the fourth year in a row, Treasure Coast residents got a quieter hurricane season with fewer storms than normal. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted six to 11 named storms from the beginning of June to the end of November with the possibility of three to six becoming hurricanes. More

By Glenn_G • Generator Installation, Martin County, St. Lucie County, Treasure Coast •

Aug 10 2015

Solar Power Installation Timing

Timing Your Solar Power Installation.

See Thru Solar Windows for solar power installation.

Now windows can be energy sources.

Let the sun be your utility provider. Florida’s long, sunny, summer days provide free solar energy. Solar power generates clean energy and helps to reduce your individual carbon footprint as well. So, considering a solar system installation as part of the solution to lower your electrical generation costs.

Residential solar power generation is no longer more expensive than traditional fossil fuels. Indeed, it is cheaper. In the past seven years, wind and solar capacity in the United States has tripled, and new capacity has favored renewables. In 2014 wind and solar made up 55 percent of new electric generating capacity in the United States. By comparison, natural gas was 42 percent. The other new sources — coal, nuclear, and oil — were all under 1 percent.

Currently, the federal government allows a 30 percent investment tax credit for solar. That credit is now not set to expire at the end of 2016. A report from Deutsche Bank says that even without additional subsidies, solar is already cost competitive in Florida and 13 other states. If costs for solar continue to fall as predicted, then we could see solar electricity as cheap as average electricity bill prices in 47 states within the next two years, according to Deutsche Bank’s report.

So, a home solar system can save money while providing a better future for the planet and generations to come. That said, the real issue is not whether you should or should not install a solar power system on your home, but when.

By Glenn_G • Solar Power • • Tags: Residential solar power

Apr 10 2015

Backup Generator for Power Outages

Hurricane Season Approaches. Consider a Backup Generator.

The time to consider your backup power options is not in the eye of the storm. A backup generator should be part of your emergency power plan for hurricane survival. Extended power outages are a real threat to Treasure Coast homeowners during severe weather events. When power is lost it completely changes the way we live our lives. When a natural disaster such as a hurricane occurs backup power is an absolute necessity. When hurricanes strike the damage to power lines can be so severe that it can literally take months before power is completely restored.

By Glenn_G • Electrical Contractor, Electrical Services, Generator Installation, Treasure Coast • 1

Feb 15 2015

Electricians LED Price/Cost Analysis

LED Price/Cost Analysis.

As an electrician and Martin County electrical contractor, one of the topics I am asked about often is whether LEDs are worth the investment. Circumstances dictate the correct answer. Many factors have to be considered in making that decision. To a large extent the answer is about “pay me now or pay me later.” It’s about upfront cost vs. long term economic savings. There are vast technological differences between incandescent bulbs and light-emitting diode (LED). Yet, light is light. When you flip the switch, whether LED or incandescent, all you get is light.

By Glenn_G • Electrical Contractor, Retrofit Lighting • 3

Feb 4 2015

Heat Pumps for Martin County Homes

Heat Pumps for Energy Efficiency.

For the Treasure Coast in general and Martin County in particular, heat pumps are an excellent energy-efficient alternative to furnaces and air conditioners. Because Martin County seldom sees extended periods of sub-freezing temperatures, its residents can take advantage of heat pump technology.

Similar to a refrigerator, a heat pump uses electricity to move heat from a cool space into warm space. During the heating season, heat pumps move heat from the cool outdoors into your warm house; during the cooling season, heat pumps move heat from your cool house into the warmer outdoors.

By Glenn_G • Heat Pumps, Martin County, Treasure Coast • • Tags: Emergency electric service

Jan 15 2015

Electrical Safety in the Home

Electrical Safety In the Home Matters.

As an electrician and life long resident of Martin County I had seen the damage that electricity can cause when electrical safety measures are ignored. Believe me, electrical safety in the home matters.

Goodiel Electric is dedicated to promoting electrical safety in the home, school, and workplace. To that end, I welcome the opportunities this site provides to engages in public education campaigns to prevent electrical fires, injuries, and fatalities.

Many people are unaware of the potential electrical hazards present in their home, which makes them more vulnerable to the danger of electrocution.

Whether you’re a consumer looking for ways to ensure safety in your home, a teacher in search of educational tools, or an industry professional working to create a safe working environment, Goodiel Electrics’ website should offers the resources you need. More

By Glenn_G • Arc Fault Breaker Replacement, Electrical Safety • 2

Electrical Services

Air-source Heat Pumps for Treasure Coast Homes

Air-source heat pumps for energy efficiency.

Advanced Features to Look for in Air-source Heat Pumps.

Call Goodiel Electric for a Great Deal.

Geothermal Heat Pumps for Martin County Homes

Geothermal Heat Pumps for Energy Efficiency.

Water Source Heat Pumps for the Treasure Coast

Water source heat pumps for energy efficiency.

UL 1008 Transfer Switches for Standby Generators

UL 1008 Transfer Switches Deliver Dependability.

Labeling UL 1008 Transfer Switches.

Call Goodiel Electric, LLC. for a Great Deal.

Load Testing Standby Generators

Load testing for reliability.

Why load testing.

How to load test.

When to load test.

Call Goodiel Electric, LLC. for a Great Deal.

Hurricane Safety Plan

Got a well thought out hurricane safety plan?

Standby Generator for Hurricane Season

Think “Standby Generator” for the Next Hurricane Season.

Solar Power Installation Timing

Timing Your Solar Power Installation.

Backup Generator for Power Outages

Hurricane Season Approaches. Consider a Backup Generator.

Electricians LED Price/Cost Analysis

LED Price/Cost Analysis.

Heat Pumps for Martin County Homes

Heat Pumps for Energy Efficiency.

Electrical Safety in the Home

Electrical Safety In the Home Matters.

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