The Importance of GFCI Plugs

The Importance of GFCI Plugs

Though many individuals may not know what a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter is just by its name alone, chances are most people will recognize the three-holed electrical outlet (two vertical slots and a small round hold centered beneath them) that has become...
Should I Buy an LED Dimmer or Regular Dimmer?

Should I Buy an LED Dimmer or Regular Dimmer?

The dimmer switch isn’t a new invention by any means. Did you know that the first dimmer was invented in 1959? That makes it 60 years old this year! A man named Joel Spira invented it in his tiny New York City apartment and patented it two years later. It marked the...
5 Insider Electric Repair Tips from the Pros

5 Insider Electric Repair Tips from the Pros

Do you know the panic you feel when the light flickers or, heaven forbid, the power goes out? Your evening plans, be it the dinner you are preparing or the work-from-home day you have scheduled, flash before your eyes. Our reliance on electricity is undoubtable, which...
3 Ways Electrician Companies Can Make Your Home Smart

3 Ways Electrician Companies Can Make Your Home Smart

There is perhaps nothing more impressive than walking into a home that is totally ‘smart’. From the integration of Alexa with living room lighting, or using smart plugs combined with Google Home to automate your morning routine, smart homes are not only...
5 Kitchen Lighting Trends for 2019

5 Kitchen Lighting Trends for 2019

With 2019 in full swing, we have been keeping a close eye on residential home trends – particularly as it relates to kitchen lighting. With mixed metals, industrial inspirations and smart lighting all becoming increasingly more popular over the last few years,...
Top Ten Wiring Hazards That Endanger Your Life and Your Home

Top Ten Wiring Hazards That Endanger Your Life and Your Home

Make electricity your friend. Why? Because the alternative isn’t pleasant. It can be a killer, in fact. Things like sparks coming from receptacles or switches, lights that flicker, and circuit breakers that trip for no reason can all be signs of electrical...