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Project Spotlight: Smoke Detector Upgrade and Surge Protection in Ocean View, DE

August 6, 2025

Project Spotlight: Smoke Detector Upgrade and Surge Protection in Ocean View, DE

Electrical Safety Evaluation in Ocean View, Delaware

Our team at Expert Wire recently visited a home in Ocean View, DE to evaluate concerns about smoke detectors going off randomly. The homeowner, Stephen, shared that the alarms had been triggering occasionally without cause—raising concerns about both safety and reliability.

What We Discovered During the Electrical Inspection

The home's smoke detectors were more than 10 years old, and two of the seven devices were displaying error codes.

Voltage testing at each detector location confirmed proper electrical supply, indicating the problem was due to the age of the units, not wiring faults.

During a panel inspection, we identified that one of the breakers was not UL-listed for the panel brand, a common but serious issue that can affect system reliability and safety.

We also discussed the value of whole-home surge protection, which helps protect expensive appliances and electronics from unexpected voltage spikes.

Electrical Services Provided by Expert Wire

After our thorough evaluation, Stephen approved a comprehensive electrical safety upgrade. Expert Wire completed the following services:

Smoke Detector Replacement

Removed all seven outdated smoke detectors

Installed new First Alert 10-year sealed detectors in the existing locations to bring the system up to code and improve safety

Circuit Breaker Upgrade

Replaced a non-UL-listed breaker with a Square D Homeline breaker approved for use in the panel

Whole-Home Surge Protection Installation

Installed a surge protection device directly in the panel to defend against electrical surges and protect sensitive home electronics

Expert Club Membership Enrollment

Enrolled the customer in our Expert Club Membership, which includes priority scheduling, service discounts, and annual safety evaluations

Trusted Electricians in Ocean View, DE

Stephen was pleased with the results and shared that he highly recommends Expert Wire for professional, honest, and thorough electrical service in Ocean View and across Sussex County.

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Client Review

The whole experience from Rachel in the office to the service technician, Morgan was amazing.. He was informative and very courteous during our service call. We highly recommend Expert Wire.

- Stephen M |

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