There’s a good chance you’ve experienced it: everything is working perfectly, and then suddenly, the lights go out in one section of your home. That “click” from your breaker box means a circuit has tripped. While it can be a minor inconvenience, it’s actually your home’s electrical system doing its job to protect you and […]
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As the days get longer and we spend more time outdoors, spring often brings changes to our homes and routines. It’s also a great time to think about your electrical system to ensure safety, efficiency and that you have the power you need for all your springtime activities, both indoors and out. Here are some
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Incandescent light bulbs have been the go-to choice in homes and businesses for years. But advances in technology, namely the LED light bulb, should make you rethink your choices when it’s time to replace a blown out light. So what’s the difference? Incandescent bulbs produce light by heating a filament until it glows. These are
LED or Incandescent? How Light Bulbs can affect your energy bill Read More »
Anyone paying household bills on a regular basis has, at some point, been shocked when opening a power bill — and not in a good way. If that electric bill were itemized, your HVAC unit would be near the top of the line items. But unless you turn it off and deal with February’s temperatures,
Power surges, which are sudden spikes in electrical voltage, are a common occurrence that can wreak havoc on your home’s electronics. While often unseen and unnoticed, these surges can silently damage your TVs, computers, gaming consoles and other devices. That’s where surge protectors come in. These unsung heroes of electrical protection can safeguard your investments
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