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  • 🔌 Can I Add More Outlets (and USB Ports) to My Home? Expert Answers

    🔌 Can I Add More Outlets (and USB Ports) to My Home? Expert Answers
    Apr 6 2026
    ⚡🏠 NEW PODCAST EPISODE ALERT! 🔌✅ "Outlets, USB Ports, New Circuits & Electrical Safety — Everything Cincinnati Homeowners Need To Know!" Here's a question for every homeowner listening today 👇 When did you last think about the electrical outlets in your home? 🤔 Not the big stuff — not the breaker panel or the wiring in the walls. Just the everyday outlets you plug into a hundred times a week without a second thought. The ones in the kitchen. The ones behind the nightstand. The ones in the garage that have been there since the house was built. ⚡🏠 If the honest answer is "never" — this episode is exactly what you need to hear. 🎧✅ On this episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, Jim Klauck sits down with Kevin Lipps of Lipps Electric in Cincinnati, Ohio for a practical, eye-opening conversation about one of the most overlooked aspects of home electrical safety and modernization — your outlets, your circuits, and the wiring that connects it all. 🎙️🔧 🔌 ADDING OUTLETS — MORE CONVENIENT AND MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOU THINK Let's start with one of the most common requests Kevin gets from Cincinnati homeowners — adding new outlets to spaces that simply don't have enough of them. 🏠 Sound familiar? The living room where everyone is fighting over the one outlet behind the couch. The home office where your power strip has a power strip plugged into it. The garage where you're running extension cords across the floor every time you need to use a tool. 😤🔌 Kevin explains 👇 📍 Where homeowners most commonly need additional outlets — and the rooms where the lack of them creates the most daily frustration AND the most safety risk 🔧 What adding a new outlet actually involves — the process, the considerations, and why it's always a job for a licensed professional rather than a weekend DIY project 🏠 How outlet placement affects both convenience and safety — because where you put an outlet matters just as much as having one at all ✅ Why properly installed outlets always beat power strips and extension cords as a long-term solution for a home that needs more power where you need it 📱 USB AND USB-C OUTLETS — MODERNIZING YOUR HOME FOR THE WAY YOU ACTUALLY LIVE Here is something that every Cincinnati homeowner with a smartphone, a tablet, a smartwatch, wireless earbuds, or any other modern device needs to hear — your home's outlets were almost certainly not designed for the way you live today. 📲💡 Kevin covers the growing demand for USB and USB-C outlet installations throughout the home — and why upgrading your standard outlets to combination power and USB outlets is one of the smartest, most practical, and most affordable modernization upgrades available to homeowners right now. 🌟 In this segment Kevin explains 👇 ⚡ How USB and USB-C outlets work — delivering direct charging power without the wall adapter block that hogs the entire outlet 📱 Where USB and USB-C outlets make the most sense in your home — bedrooms, kitchens, home offices, living rooms, and anywhere devices are regularly charged 🔋 The difference between USB-A and USB-C ports — and why future-proofing your home with USB-C is the smart choice for homeowners upgrading today 💰 How affordable and minimally disruptive a USB outlet upgrade actually is when done by a licensed professional like Lipps Electric 🏠 How modernizing your outlets instantly updates the look and feel of any room while dramatically improving daily convenience for every member of the household ⚡ WHEN A NEW CIRCUIT IS REQUIRED — THE HIGH-DRAW DEVICE CONVERSATION EVERY HOMEOWNER NEEDS This is one of the most important segments of the entire episode — and one that could genuinely protect your home from a serious electrical hazard. 🚨🔥 Kevin tackles the critical question of when adding an outlet or plugging in a new device isn't enough — and when a dedicated new circuit is absolutely required. 📋✅ High-draw devices are everywhere in modern homes 👇 🖥️ Home office equipment and gaming setups 🏋️ Treadmills, exercise bikes, and home gym equipment 🍳 Air fryers, instant pots, and countertop appliances 🔧 Power tools, compressors, and workshop equipment 🚗 Electric vehicle chargers ❄️ Window AC units and space heaters 🖨️ Laser printers and high-powered electronics Kevin explains 👇 🔌 What a dedicated circuit actually is — and why high-draw devices demand their own circuit rather than sharing power with other outlets ⚠️ What happens when high-draw devices are plugged into circuits not designed for them — tripped breakers are the best case scenario; overheated wiring and electrical fires are the worst 🔥 📋 How Kevin's team at Lipps Electric assesses your home's existing panel capacity before recommending new circuit installations 🔧 What the process of installing a new dedicated circuit looks like — from panel assessment to final ...
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  • 🎙️ Why Lipps Electric Charges A $79 Service Fee — And Why That's Actually Great News For You!

    🎙️ Why Lipps Electric Charges A $79 Service Fee — And Why That's Actually Great News For You!
    Mar 30 2026
    ⚡🏠 NEW PODCAST EPISODE ALERT! 🎙️✅ "Why Lipps Electric Charges A $79 Service Fee — And Why That's Actually Great News For You!" Here's something refreshing in a world where hidden fees and surprise invoices have become the norm — a home service company that tells you exactly what things cost before anyone ever knocks on your door. 💪💰 On this episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, Jim Klauck sits down with Kevin Lipps of Lipps Electric in Ohio for one of the most honest and straightforward conversations the show has ever had about what it really means to run a transparent, integrity-driven home service business in today's world! 🎙️⚡ 💡 Here's The Deal — And It's Simpler Than You Think: When you call Lipps Electric, they will tell you upfront — clearly, confidently, and without hesitation — that there is a $79 service fee for a licensed technician to come out to your home. 🔧✅ No guessing. No vague estimates. No "we'll figure out the price when we get there." Just honest, clear communication from the very first phone call. 📞💬 🤔 So Why Does Lipps Electric Charge A Service Fee? Kevin breaks it all down for listeners 👇 🚗 It Costs Real Money To Send A Professional To Your Door A licensed, insured, trained electrician doesn't appear at your home by magic. There is a vehicle, fuel, insurance, tools, time, and overhead behind every single service call — and pretending otherwise would be dishonest. The $79 fee reflects the real cost of doing business the right way. 💼 🎓 You're Paying For Expertise From The Moment They Arrive The technician walking through your door isn't guessing — they are bringing years of licensed training, hands-on experience, and professional expertise to your specific problem. That knowledge has value from the second they set foot in your home, long before a single tool comes out of the bag. 🛠️⚡ 📋 Transparent Pricing Protects YOU As The Homeowner When a company tells you the cost upfront, you are in control. You know what to expect. You can budget accordingly. And you never have to worry about opening an invoice full of charges you didn't anticipate. Transparency isn't just good business — it's respect for the customer. 🙌 🏆 The Companies That Hide Fees Are The Ones To Worry About Kevin and Jim have a candid conversation about what it means when a company refuses to discuss pricing upfront — and why homeowners should actually be more concerned about the contractor who promises to come out for free than the one who is honest about their costs from the start. 🚨🔍 😤 "But Some People Hang Up When They Hear The Fee!" Kevin addresses this head on — and his answer is both honest and refreshing. Yes, some callers hang up the moment they hear the $79 service fee. And that's okay. 📵 Because Lipps Electric isn't for everyone — they're for the homeowner who values quality, transparency, and professionalism over the illusion of a free service call that somehow ends up costing far more in the long run. 💡 The customers who stay on the line are the customers who understand that you get what you pay for — and that a licensed, insured, trained electrician showing up at your home with complete clarity about costs is worth every single penny of that service fee. ✅💰 🔑 What Consistent Communication Really Means For Homeowners Kevin explains why clear, consistent communication about costs and expectations is one of the most important things a home service company can offer — and how that commitment to clarity builds the kind of long-term trust between contractor and homeowner that leads to relationships lasting decades rather than a single transaction. 🤝❤️ Because at the end of the day, the best home service companies aren't just selling a repair — they're selling peace of mind, reliability, and the confidence that comes from knowing exactly who is coming to your home and exactly what it is going to cost. 🏠🏆 💡 If you've ever been burned by a surprise invoice, a hidden fee, or a contractor who showed up and suddenly the price was nothing like what you expected — this episode is for you. Lipps Electric is showing Ohio homeowners what it looks like when a company does it right. ✅ 🎧 Listen now and find out why transparency is the most valuable service any contractor can offer! 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast app or at CheckAPro.com For The Full Episode of the Podcast - https://www.lippselectricpodcast.com For More Information visit Lipps Electric at https://ronlippselectric.com or call us at (513) 655-2536. 👉 Check A Pro Radio Show with Jim Klauck — giving homeowners the knowledge and confidence to hire right every single time. ⚡ Kevin Lipps | Lipps Electric | Ohio 📻 Check A Pro Radio Show | Host: Jim Klauck #CheckAProRadio #LippsElectric #KevinLipps #JimKlauck #OhioElectrician #TransparentPricing #ServiceFee #HonestContractors #HomeImprovement #...
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  • 🏠💰 Why Do Licensed Trades Cost What They Cost?

    🏠💰 Why Do Licensed Trades Cost What They Cost?
    Mar 23 2026
    ⚡🔧 NEW PODCAST EPISODE ALERT! 🏠💰 "Why Do Licensed Trades Cost What They Cost? The Truth Every Homeowner Needs To Hear!" Ever looked at a bill from an HVAC technician, plumber, or electrician and thought — "Why does this cost SO much?" 🤔💸 You are definitely not alone. It's one of the most common frustrations homeowners have — and today, Jim Klauck is setting the record straight once and for all! On this episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, Jim sits down with Kevin Lipps of Lipps Electrical to pull back the curtain on what really goes into the cost of hiring a licensed trade professional — and why every single dollar makes complete sense when you understand the full picture! 🎙️✅ Because here's the truth — when you hire a licensed, insured trades professional, you are not just paying for the hour they spend in your home. You are paying for years of training, thousands of dollars in licensing, mountains of regulatory compliance, and an ironclad commitment to keeping your home and family safe. 🏠❤️🛡️ Kevin breaks it all down 👇 📋 Licensing Requirements Getting licensed isn't a weekend course — it takes years of apprenticeship, rigorous testing, and ongoing education to earn and maintain a professional trade license. That credential on the wall represents a serious investment of time, money, and dedication that protects YOU as the homeowner every single time they walk through your door. 🎓 Training & Expertise The technician standing in your home didn't just pick up a wrench one day and start charging for it. Licensed trade professionals invest thousands of hours learning their craft — understanding complex systems, mastering the latest technology, and developing the expertise to diagnose problems correctly the first time. That knowledge has real value. 💡 ⚠️ Safety Regulations HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work are not DIY hobbies — they are highly regulated industries for a very good reason. Faulty electrical work causes house fires. 🔥 Improper plumbing causes flooding and mold. 💧 Bad HVAC work can mean carbon monoxide risks and system failures. The regulations that licensed professionals follow exist to keep your family safe — and following them takes time, skill, and investment. 🏛️ Government Rules & Compliance From local building codes to state regulations to national safety standards — licensed trade professionals must stay current on an ever-changing landscape of rules and requirements. Permits, inspections, code compliance — it all adds up, and it all exists to protect the integrity and safety of your home. 📜✅ 🛡️ Insurance & Liability Protection A licensed, insured professional brings a layer of protection that an unlicensed contractor simply cannot offer. If something goes wrong — you are covered. That peace of mind alone is worth every penny of the investment. 💪 💰 How All Of This Affects Your Price Kevin explains exactly how each of these factors flows directly into what you see on your invoice — and why the homeowner who chooses the cheapest unlicensed option often ends up paying far more in the long run through failed inspections, insurance claim denials, safety hazards, and costly do-overs. 😤🚨 💡 The bottom line? Hiring a licensed, insured, trained trade professional isn't an expense — it's an investment in your home, your safety, and your peace of mind. And after this episode, you'll never question that invoice the same way again. ✅🏆 🎧 Listen now and finally understand the real value behind every licensed trade professional you hire! 👉 Check A Pro Radio Show with Jim Klauck — giving Houston homeowners the knowledge and confidence to hire right every single time. ⚡ Kevin Lipps | Lipps Electrical 📻 Check A Pro Radio Show | Host: Jim Klauck 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast app or at CheckAPro.com For The Full Episode of the Podcast - https://www.lippselectricpodcast.com For More Information visit Lipps Electric at https://ronlippselectric.com or call us at (513) 655-2536. #CheckAPro #JimKlauck #LippsElectric #HomeSafety #ElectricalSafety #KnobAndTube #AluminumWiring #CincinnatiHomes #HomeImprovement #FirePrevention #CheckAProRadio #LippsElectrical #KevinLipps #JimKlauck #KSEVRadio #LicensedAndInsured #WhyTradesCostWhatTheyCost #HVACCosts #PlumbingCosts #ElectricalCosts #HomeImprovement #HireAPro #LicensedContractors #TradesProfessionals #HomeownerEducation #SafetyFirst #BuildingCodes #TradeSkills #KnowBeforeYouHire #SmartHomeowner #HomeProtection #HoustonHomeowners #RadioShow #PodcastEpisode #TrustThePros #LicensedElectrician #ValueOfLicensing #HomeInvestment #ContractorTips #HireRight
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  • 🏠 WHAT IS THE TRUTH ABOUT HOME SERVICE PRICING? 🔧✅

    🏠 WHAT IS THE TRUTH ABOUT HOME SERVICE PRICING? 🔧✅
    Mar 16 2026

    🏠 WHAT IS THE TRUTH ABOUT HOME SERVICE PRICING? 🔧✅

    Here's something every homeowner needs to hear — and it might just change the way you think about hiring a home service professional! 👇

    Great home service companies don't give prices over the phone. They don't quote you in a chat box. And honestly? That's a GOOD thing. 📵💬

    Here's why 👇

    Think about it this way — if you needed a hip replacement, would you expect your doctor to diagnose you over the phone and tell you the cost before ever seeing you? 🏥 Of course not! Your doctor schedules an in-person appointment, examines you, runs the proper assessments, and THEN gives you an accurate diagnosis and a plan moving forward. 🩺📋

    Your home deserves the same level of care and professionalism. 🏡❤️

    The BEST home service companies operate the same way:

    🔍 They send a licensed, insured, and trained technician directly to your home 📋 The technician inspects the problem in person — with their own eyes and expertise 🛠️ They assess the situation thoroughly — no guessing, no shortcuts 📝 They write up a proper diagnosis of exactly what's going on 💰 They provide an accurate, honest estimate based on what they actually find

    That's not inconvenient — that's integrity. 💪

    When a company throws out a number before ever seeing your problem, you're not getting a quote — you're getting a guess. And guesses lead to surprises, hidden fees, and work that may not even address the real issue. 😤🚨

    The companies that do it right take the time to show up, evaluate, and give you a real answer — because your home is one of the biggest investments of your life, and it deserves nothing less than a professional diagnosis. 🏆

    💡 Next time you call a home service company and they want to send someone out to take a look first — don't be frustrated. Be grateful. That's a company that actually cares about doing the job right. ✅

    📻 Check A Pro Radio Show with Jim Klauck — helping homeowners find and understand the best in the business, one episode at a time.

    When it comes to electrical safety—ignorance is NOT bliss! ⚡💪

    🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast app or at CheckAPro.com

    For The Full Episode of the Podcast - https://www.lippselectricpodcast.com For More Information visit Lipps Electric at https://ronlippselectric.com or call us at (513) 655-2536.

    #CheckAProRadioShow #JimKlauck #LippsElectric #KevinLipps #ElectricalPanel #ElectricalSafety #HomeSafety #ElectricalCode #CircuitBreaker #FirePrevention #HomeInspection #ElectricalUpgrade #Homeowners #SafetyFirst #ElectricalExperts #PanelUpgrade #CodeCompliance #HomeProtection #ElectricalHazards #PowerSafety ⚡🔥🎧

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  • 📻 How Much Will It Cost for an Electrician⚡ to Come Out to My House?

    📻 How Much Will It Cost for an Electrician⚡ to Come Out to My House?
    Mar 9 2026
    🎙️ NEW PODCAST EPISODE ALERT! ⚡

    "How Much Will It Cost for an Electrician to Come Out to My House?"

    Ever wondered what you'll actually pay when you call an electrician? 🤔 You're not alone — it's one of the most common questions homeowners ask before picking up the phone!

    On this episode of Jim Klauck's Check A Pro Radio Show, Jim sits down with Kevin Lipps of Lipps Electric to break down exactly what you can expect to pay when an electrician shows up at your door. 🚪🔌

    Kevin covers: ⚡ What a typical service call or trip charge looks like 💡 How labor rates and hourly fees are structured 🏠 What factors can affect the final cost of your electrical work ✅ Why hiring a licensed, trusted electrician is always worth the investment 🔎 How to avoid being overcharged — and what questions to ask upfront

    Whether you're dealing with a tripped breaker, need new outlets installed, or are planning a bigger electrical project, this episode gives you the insider knowledge you need before you make that call! 📞

    🎧 Listen now and get informed before you hire!

    👉 Check A Pro Radio Show with Jim Klauck — your trusted source for connecting homeowners with top-rated local professionals.

    🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast app or at CheckAPro.com

    For The Full Episode of the Podcast - https://www.lippselectricpodcast.com For More Information visit Lipps Electric at https://ronlippselectric.com or call us at (513) 655-2536.

    🔧 Kevin Lipps | Lipps Electric 📻 Check A Pro Radio Show | Host: Jim Klauck

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    The host brings a contractor on the show to answer the common homeowner question: "How much is it going to cost?" The conversation focuses on looking beyond the sticker price to the true value you get for the investment.

    They discuss how to approach pricing, what factors drive costs, and why honest answers sometimes lose calls but build trust—offering practical insight for anyone planning a home improvement project.
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  • 🎙️ Why Can Old Knob-and-Tube and Aluminum Wiring Can Cost You?

    🎙️ Why Can Old Knob-and-Tube and Aluminum Wiring Can Cost You?
    Feb 23 2026

    🎙️ Podcast Episode: Why Old Knob-and-Tube and Aluminum Wiring Can Cost You!

    If your home was built before the 1970s, this episode could save you thousands of dollars — and possibly prevent a serious fire risk.

    Host Jim Klauck from Check A Pro sits down with master electrician Kevin Lipps of Lipps Electric in Cincinnati, Ohio, to break down the hidden dangers and financial consequences of outdated electrical systems.

    ⚡ In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • What knob-and-tube wiring really is — and why insurance companies hate it

    • The truth about aluminum wiring in 1960s–70s homes

    • Why these systems can increase fire risk

    • How outdated wiring impacts your home’s resale value

    • What repairs or upgrades actually cost

    • When a full rewire is necessary — and when it’s not

    Many older homes still have knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring that may be technically legal, but insurance companies often refuse coverage or charge much higher premiums once they learn about it—especially as home inspectors increasingly disclose these issues.

    Upgrading electrical service (commonly to 200 amps today) typically requires a new panel, breakers, and updated wiring; this is important for safety and for securing affordable insurance, since some homes still have 100 amps or less.

    Kevin explains how these older systems were installed, why they were acceptable at the time, and what changes in electrical code and safety standards now mean for homeowners. If you’re buying, selling, remodeling, or insuring a home, this is critical information.

    💡 Don’t wait until your insurance company forces your hand — or worse, until you smell smoke.

    Listen now and protect your home, your family, and your investment.

    📍 Featuring: Kevin Lipps – Lipps Electric, Cincinnati, Ohio Hosted by Jim Klauck – Check A Pro

    🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast app or at CheckAPro.com

    For The Full Episode of the Podcast - https://www.lippselectricpodcast.com For More Information visit Lipps Electric at https://ronlippselectric.com or call us at (513) 655-2536.

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  • 💡 Is My Home Wiring Is Aluminum or Copper?

    💡 Is My Home Wiring Is Aluminum or Copper?
    Feb 16 2026

    Is My Home Wiring Is Aluminum or Copper?

    This episode explains how to identify whether your electrical wiring is aluminum or copper by simple visual clues: aluminum wiring appears silver, while copper has a reddish tone.

    It also covers how newer Romex cables use colored jackets (yellow, pink, orange, white) to indicate size and age, so if you don’t see these colors on the wires entering your panel, your wiring is likely older.

    🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast app or at CheckAPro.com

    For The Full Episode of the Podcast - https://www.lippselectricpodcast.com For More Information visit Lipps Electric at https://ronlippselectric.com or call us at (513) 655-2536.

    #CheckAProRadioShow #JimKlauck #LippsElectric #KevinLipps #ElectricalPanel #ElectricalSafety #HomeSafety #ElectricalCode #CircuitBreaker #FirePrevention #HomeInspection #ElectricalUpgrade #Homeowners #SafetyFirst #ElectricalExperts #PanelUpgrade #CodeCompliance #HomeProtection #ElectricalHazards #PowerSafety ⚡🔥🎧
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