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Taking the Mystery Out of New Home Electrical Projects

Posted by on Feb 25, 2016 in Blogs, Electrical Maintenance, New Construction | Comments Off on Taking the Mystery Out of New Home Electrical Projects

Taking the Mystery Out of New Home Electrical Projects

Building a new home is a massive undertaking. Even when you’re working with great contractors, if you’re like most people, chances are you’ll be overwhelmed by the many steps involved in going from a vacant lot to a building you can live in. When the work gets to things that take a fair amount of technical understanding, like plumbing and electrical, it can get even more confusing.

Here are the steps that are involved in new residential wiring, to take some of the mystery out of the process:

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How to Find a Reputable Commercial Electrical Contractor

Posted by on Feb 18, 2016 in Blogs, Commercial Electrical, Electrical Contractors | Comments Off on How to Find a Reputable Commercial Electrical Contractor

How to Find a Reputable Commercial Electrical Contractor

If you’re looking for a commercial electrical contractor for a new commercial building or to repair, maintain or retrofit your existing commercial building, then you might be wondering how you find a good one. Word of mouth referrals are a good idea, but what else can you do to find a great company?

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What’s the Best Time of Year to Install a Standby Generator?

Posted by on Feb 11, 2016 in Blogs, Generators | Comments Off on What’s the Best Time of Year to Install a Standby Generator?

What’s the Best Time of Year to Install a Standby Generator?

If you’re considering buying a whole home generator, then you might be wondering what the best time of year to install one will be. It’s true: there is a “best time” to install a generator, that will probably get you a better deal, and quicker service. Here’s what you need to know about the best time to get your standby generator.

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Latest Green Building Electrical Trends for 2016-2019

Posted by on Feb 4, 2016 in Blogs, Commercial Lighting, Energy Savings | Comments Off on Latest Green Building Electrical Trends for 2016-2019

Latest Green Building Electrical Trends for 2016-2019

A few short years ago, green building was just another fad. Something that happened on the fringe of construction, which avant garde architects and designers incorporated into their designs along with weird angles, and which was not really something the average person thought about.

Thanks to rising energy costs and increasing concern for the planet, however, green building has moved squarely into focus for most consumers and contractors, and it’s becoming one of the important things to consider when building or renovating. Here is what you’re likely to encounter in terms of electrical in green buildings in the next few years.

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Commercial vs. Residential Electrical Contractors: What’s the Difference?

Posted by on Jan 28, 2016 in Blogs, Electrical Contractors, Electrical Maintenance, Energy Savings | Comments Off on Commercial vs. Residential Electrical Contractors: What’s the Difference?

Commercial vs. Residential Electrical Contractors: What’s the Difference?

In theory, electrical contractors are pretty much all alike, and it is true that given enough time and a good instruction manual, a residential electrical contractor could do a commercial contractor’s job, and vice versa. However, that’s the same as saying that a mechanic who works on compact cars and one who works on semis are the same: while they share a lot of the same traits, there are some noticeable differences. Here’s what you need to know.

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4 Exciting Electrical Gadgets for Your Bathroom

Posted by on Jan 21, 2016 in Blogs, Home Renovation, Residential Electrical | Comments Off on 4 Exciting Electrical Gadgets for Your Bathroom

4 Exciting Electrical Gadgets for Your Bathroom

If you thought water and electricity didn’t mix, think again! These days, there are plenty of electrical gadgets on the market that are designed to be safe for use in the bathroom. Not only that, but bathrooms are finally getting some much needed attention in the arena of smart fixtures and fittings, and some of the new ones truly are amazing! If you’re looking for something awesome for your bathroom, or are doing some electrical remodeling, here are some options to consider.

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