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1st Touch Electric Inc. Delivering excellence and professionalism in electrical services for Orange County Residents. Electrician available for residential, commercial.

New construction, remodel, service work , repair. Small office and Home computer networks, WiFi, Cameras Etc.

15 year electrician. licensed contractor for journeyman rates! California Electrical Contractor license number - 1004943

09/16/2026

⚡️ Another Successful Panel Upgrade in Anaheim! ⚡️

A proper panel upgrade is about much more than installing a new panel and breakers. Grounding and bonding are a major part of making the electrical system safe and complete.
On this installation, attention was given to:

âś… Main water-line bonding where applicable âś… Grounding-electrode system / ground rods âś… Intersystem bonding termination
âś… Proper service grounding & bonding
âś… Siemens equipment and breakers
âś… Updated circuit protection where required

💡 Here’s the question for electricians, inspectors & plumbers:

With more homes being repiped using PEX, should we be paying even closer attention to bonding the remaining metallic water piping around the water heater and at the main water service?

PEX can interrupt the electrical continuity that older all-metal plumbing systems once provided. That means we should never simply assume the plumbing system is continuously bonded — verify it and bond the metallic portions as required.

A panel upgrade isn’t finished until the grounding and bonding are right. ⚡️
1st Touch Electric, Inc. ⚡ Lighting the Way to the Future 📞 714-865-0430 🔧 CSLB C-10 License #1004943

📍 Anaheim • Orange County • Southern California Est. 2015

⚡ When a soffit comes down, sometimes the electrical has to move with it.Once the soffit is removed, existing Romex wiri...
09/15/2026

⚡ When a soffit comes down, sometimes the electrical has to move with it.

Once the soffit is removed, existing Romex wiring that was previously concealed can become exposed and may need to be properly rerouted and secured before the area can be closed back up.

Some important things we take into consideration:
• Do we have enough wire length and slack to relocate the existing circuits properly?
• Can the existing wiring be rerouted through a better path to gain the additional length we need
• Are there plumbing lines, drains, HVAC, framing, or other obstacles sharing the same space?
• Can the wiring be properly routed through or along the framing without being subject to physical damage?
• Does the existing Romex need additional protection in certain areas?
• Once relocated, the wiring needs to be properly supported and secured to the framing. • Any necessary splices must remain in an approved and accessible junction box—not buried behind the finished surface.
• Before closing everything back up, we make sure the installation is clean, protected, and ready for the new soffit, drywall, or finished surface.

🔨 Sometimes there’s enough existing wire to make the relocation simple. Other times, the circuit has to be rerouted farther back to create the proper length and installation.

Planning the wiring path before everything gets closed up can make a big difference.

⚡ 1st Touch Electric, Inc. Lighting the Way to the Future Est. 2015 CA C-10 License #1004943 📞 714-865-0430

Serving Riverside County, Inland Empire & surrounding Southern California areas.

09/11/2026

⚡ ZINSCO PANEL SAFETY ⚡

Zinsco electrical panels are known for breaker and bus-bar connection problems that can lead to overheating, arcing, melting, and potential fire hazards.

If your home still has an older Zinsco panel, having it evaluated by a licensed electrician is a smart safety precaution.

⚡ 1ST TOUCH ELECTRIC, INC.
Licensed Electrical Contractor
Residential • Commercial • Troubleshooting • Panel Upgrades • EV Charging

đź“Ť Serving Orange County and surrounding Southern California areas đź“ž 949-239-2837

“Lighting the way to the future” Est. 2015

Today, we remember September 11, 2001. 🇺🇸We honor the innocent lives lost, the families forever changed, and the firefig...
09/11/2026

Today, we remember September 11, 2001. 🇺🇸

We honor the innocent lives lost, the families forever changed, and the firefighters, police officers, first responders, and everyday heroes who showed extraordinary courage.

25 years later, we will never forget.

What’s on my mind as an electrician ⚡Doing the job right the first time.Clean installations.Safe, code-compliant electri...
03/05/2026

What’s on my mind as an electrician ⚡

Doing the job right the first time.
Clean installations.
Safe, code-compliant electrical systems.
Making sure every breaker, every connection, and every panel is installed correctly.

Behind every electrical panel is a home, a family, or a business depending on reliable power. That responsibility is always on Franklin’s mind.

1ST Touch Electric
Licensed & Insured – Lic. #1004943
Phone: 714-865-0430
Email: [email protected]

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• In 3-story+ multifamily buildings, floor/ceiling assemblies are fire-rated for life safety.• Recessed lights create op...
02/25/2026

• In 3-story+ multifamily buildings, floor/ceiling assemblies are fire-rated for life safety.
• Recessed lights create openings in that rated ceiling membrane.
• If not properly protected, fire, heat, and smoke can spread between units through ceiling cavities.
• We install IC-rated, airtight recessed fixtures per CEC 410.116 and California Title 24.
• We use listed fire-rated covers or approved fire-rated assemblies to maintain the required fire-resistance rating (per California Building Code membrane pe*******on requirements).
• All fixtures are sealed and installed per manufacturer cut sheets and UL listings.
• This project was completed per LA County / Marina del Rey requirements.
• Safety, code compliance, and tenant protection always come first.

1ST Touch Electric, Inc.
Franklin Martinez
714-865-0430
[email protected]
CSLB #1004943

Attic Fan Replacement – Fire Loss Project15” Attic Fan UpgradeOn fire loss projects, attic ventilation is extremely impo...
02/20/2026

Attic Fan Replacement – Fire Loss Project
15” Attic Fan Upgrade

On fire loss projects, attic ventilation is extremely important. When insulation, wiring, or structural components are affected by heat and smoke, proper airflow helps regulate temperature, remove trapped moisture, and protect newly installed electrical systems.

Why attic fans are important
1. Heat reduction
Attics in Southern California can easily reach 130–160°F during summer. Excess heat transfers into living spaces, overworks HVAC systems, and shortens the life of roofing materials.
2. Moisture control
Moisture buildup leads to mold, wood rot, and insulation damage. After a fire loss—especially when water was used for suppression—proper ventilation helps dry out the structure.
3. Electrical protection
High attic temperatures can degrade insulation on conductors over time. Proper ventilation supports longevity of new wiring during rewires and restorations.
4. Roof lifespan
Ventilation reduces shingle blistering and premature roof aging caused by extreme heat buildup.

How to determine the correct attic fan size

Fan sizing is based on attic square footage and required CFM (cubic feet per minute).

General rule of thumb:
You need 1 CFM per square foot of attic area.

Example:
• 1,500 sq ft attic = 1,500 CFM fan
• 2,000 sq ft attic = 2,000 CFM fan

Also consider:
• Roof pitch (steeper roofs hold more volume)
• Existing passive ventilation (ridge vents, soffit vents, gable vents)
• Climate zone
• Insulation levels
• Fire restoration conditions (heat and moisture exposure)

A standard 15-inch attic fan typically moves between 1,200–1,600 CFM depending on model and RPM. This works well for many mid-size residential homes but must be verified against actual attic square footage.

Best practice during replacement:
• Verify proper power source (dedicated circuit if required)
• Install thermostat/humidistat control
• Confirm adequate intake ventilation (soffit vents must balance exhaust)
• Seal and weatherproof roof pe*******on
• Inspect attic wiring during fire loss repairs

At 1ST Touch Electric, attic fan replacements during fire restoration often include inspecting attic wiring for heat damage, brittle insulation, or compromised junction boxes.

If your attic fan failed during a fire loss, it is critical to replace it properly—not just swap the motor, but confirm correct sizing and airflow balance.

For professional attic fan replacement, rewires, and residential electrical restoration:

1ST Touch Electric
License #1004943
Phone: 714-865-0430
Email: [email protected]

Serving Orange County and surrounding areas.

Stay safe out there, Sparky’s.

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Anaheim, CA
92801

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Monday 7am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 3:30pm
Thursday 7am - 3:30pm
Friday 7am - 3:30pm
Saturday 7am - 1pm

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+17143405221

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