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It seems every time we read or watch the news, yet another natural disaster has struck the U.S., ranging from floods and fires to superstorms. It goes without saying backup generators have become quite popular as a result, providing power until officials and aid organization can restore effected neighborhoods to normalcy. Far too often, though, […]
Electric fireplaces are a much less expensive alternative to adding a wood-burning fireplace to your home. Electric models provide a significant amount of heat for small spaces, reducing the need to crank up the furnace, thus saving money on your energy bill. Electric fireplaces are indeed a great alternative to other energy-guzzling options. In fact, […]
Light Up Your Yard for Summer Entertainment Looking to jazz up your yard for this season’s summer festivities? A little outdoor lighting can go a long way! From fancy patios to tree-lined country yards, the right outdoor lighting can help you meet an array of needs, including illumination that makes tasks easier, sets the mood, […]
Summer is the Most Stressful Time for Your Electrical System The weather is heating up, and with it, so is the load on your electrical system. Don’t let the stress pile up. Protect your electrical system – and your wallet – from the stresses of summer with the help of these simple tips. Take a […]
Do Window AC Units Use a Lot of Electricity? Summer heat can be brutal, especially if you don’t have any sort of air conditioning in your home. Installing a central air conditioning unit is quite the undertaking and can be expensive, so many homeowners opt for window AC units instead. But do window AC units […]
Installing Outdoor Security Lighting Installing outdoor security lighting is important for your home’s safety and security. When your saying goodbye to guests in the evening, you don’t want to send them out in the dark to fumble their way back to their vehicle. Without proper outdoor security lighting, your front yard can be riddled with hazards […]
Improved technologies such as LEDs (light emitting diodes), and the growing trend for mobile, transportable, and flexible light options have all opened up a world of new ideas in the realm of landscape lighting. Here are some of the biggest trends in outdoor lighting right now: #1 Cloud-Based Landscape Control Systems The most obvious lighting trend […]
A frustrating electrical problem that many people encounter is a light bulb that continuously burns out for no apparent reason. Depending on how long a light is on during the day, most incandescent light bulbs should have a lifespan of about 900 hours, which usually comes out to about 4 months. If you find that your light bulbs keep […]
1. Coastal Lighting Having just named “Living Coral” their color of the year, the Pantone Color Institute predicts coastal motifs will be popular nationwide, not just in water front homes. From coastal colors, to materials mimicking oceanic shapes and movements. 2. Indoor Outdoor Lighting More and more, homes are wanting outdoor spaces to match the […]
An electrician is not a “one size fits all” profession because there are many differences among commercial, residential, and industrial electricians. For each type of job, an electrician will use different wiring techniques due to energy needs, equipment used, and load demands. Also, commercial, residential, and industrial electricians abide by different procedures and different materials. […]