McKinney leaders launched an accelerated plan to expand EV charging across businesses and public spaces, aiming to match surging electric vehicle demand, reports DigitalJournal. The city adds Level 2 and ultra-fast chargers while local contractors take on more wiring, installations, and grid integration work. Walmart’s McKinney location already features 400 […]
Houston’s Permitting Center announced new processes to align with state law changes on residential backup power systems. The update follows Senate Bills 1202 and 1252, which took effect September 1, 2025. Permits must now issue within three business days once a third-party inspection is approved. Houston Permitting Center says contractors installing […]
Austin labor and city leaders revealed a new climate and jobs plan aimed at decarbonizing city buildings, KXAN reports. The proposal lists 74 strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and suggests major energy upgrades across municipal properties. Under the blueprint, labor unions expect the plan to generate hundreds of local […]
Fire departments in North Texas report rising danger from lithium-ion battery fires, especially in homes and vehicles, CBS News Texas finds. These batteries power phones, scooters, power tools, and more. When fires start, they burn hotter, require much more water, and release toxic fumes. Electrician Shaun Noll nearly lost his […]
In Pearland, Texas, a local construction company launched its own academy to tackle the growing shortage of skilled workers. The program provides hands on training in electrical work, carpentry, and pipefitting and features a mobile classroom that brings instruction directly to more communities. Several hundred students have already completed the […]
As of 2024, the prevailing wage for electricians in Texas averages $27.46 per hour, according to BuildForce. Rates shift by city, with Houston offering about $28.33/hr, Austin at $27.96/hr, and Dallas close behind at $27.38/hr. These figures reflect both demand for electrical work and the strength of Texas’s construction industry. […]
The Texas Legislature has passed Senate Bill 1252, which takes effect September 1, 2025, to update how residential energy backup systems are regulated across the state. Under the law, “residential energy backup system” refers to systems installed at homes that produce no more than 50 kilowatts of electricity or have […]
The electrical industry in Texas is moving fast, and two recent developments show just how much change is happening. San Antonio is set to use hundreds of repurposed EV batteries to help stabilize the state’s power grid, creating new opportunities for electricians working with energy storage systems. At the same […]
Are you gearing up for the Texas Electrical Licensing Exam after taking the 2-day crash course seminar? If so, you’re likely aware that success hinges on thorough preparation and in-depth knowledge of electrical concepts and codes. You are also aware that you left the seminar with homework material to help […]
When it comes to commercial service calculations for the Texas electrician exam, one critical factor that sets them apart from residential calculations is the approach to receptacle load. Unlike the de-rating and subtracting commonly seen in residential load calculations, commercial loads tend to follow an additive approach. In this guide, […]
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