Buying lightbulbs for your home has changed over recent years. We used to buy them based on what their wattage was. We knew the higher the wattage, the brighter the bulb. Right? Not really. The higher wattages don’t refer to the brightness. It refers to the energy used. But with LED lights, we need to know the difference between wattages and Lumens. read more
Remodeling a home can be an exciting adventure, that said, the process still has its challenges. One of the trickiest parts of a remodel is the lighting. You should always consult with a qualified electrician when taking on a remodeling project. We’ve assembled a list of some of the worst lighting mistakes to make when remodeling a home. These tips can save you a lot of money by helping you avoid making costly lighting mistakes. read more
Rodents are one of the most undesirable and obnoxious types of pests that can plague your home. Not only do they leave unsightly droppings everywhere and unwelcome corpses around the house as they eventually die off, but they can also chew through your electrical wires and cause some potentially expensive problems. Here’s what you should know about how rodents ruin electrical wires and how to prevent it from happening. read more
Do you have to wait until your sister finished drying her hair before you can make toast? A lot of people make these types of adjustments due to over-straining the circuits. The breaker is in place to do just that- prevent the wires from overheating and causing fires. If the breaker is receiving too much power, it shuts off for safety. If your breaker trips after using an appliance or other household item, keep reading. read more
A dead outlet is something that we have all grappled with at one point in life. Imagine your phone is about to die, so you decide to connect so that it can charge overnight. However, you wake up early in the morning to check your emails and messages only to realize that the phone didn’t charge even though the lights are on. Sounds familiar! Yes, these are the signs of a dead outlet. read more
When is the last time you thought about a home electrical safety checkup or inspected the electrical components in your home? If it has been a while, or if you don’t remember, now may be the time to do so. read more
The modern home has several power-hungry appliances, including air conditioners, electric heaters, washer/dryers, refrigerators, televisions, and lights – all of which can easily push a circuit past its limit. While this is true, if your electrical system has been installed properly, electrical overload should not cause too much damage. This is because circuit breakers in the main panel will automatically cut the power when an electrical overload occurs. In an older home, fuses will burn out, which protects the system. read more
Chances are you have heard of wireless home automation. You are aware it helps to increase safety, energy efficiency, and functionality in your home. In fact, the convenience of this technology cannot be stressed enough. read more
If you are like most people, your home is a source of great pride. As a homeowner, you probably want to do everything possible to keep it in good, problem-free condition. However, while there are some home repairs that may seem easy to repair on your own, they may have more complicated causes that require the help of a professional electrician. One of these issues is flickering lights. Some of the most common causes of this problem and what can be done to fix it can be found here. read more
There’s no question that ceiling fans offer an array of benefits. They can help cool off a room or space, and many are aesthetically appealing. However, if you are thinking about installing these, you may wonder how much energy they use. read more
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