Don’t let social distancing prevent you from being social! Now that summer is in full swing, warmer evenings beckon us to the deck or patio for unwinding in the evening. Good patio lighting can help you create your own “great outdoors” and spend time (in person) with the people you love! Whether it’s for cooking, […]
Kitchen Lighting Essentials
When it comes to kitchen lighting, the design and function choices you make have an impact on both the safety and aesthetics of your space. The most critical purpose of kitchen lighting is to provide high visibility when cooking and chopping. Because the kitchen is considered to be the “heart of the home,” the aesthetics […]
Keep It Cool: Benefits of Ceiling Fans
Sunnier days and warmer nights are finally upon us! Ceiling fans are an excellent and energy-efficient way to prep your home for maximum cooling satisfaction. Benefits Energy Efficient Ceiling fans can lower your energy costs and consumption by up to 40%! Because the fan cools so well, you can set your thermostat higher, thus saving […]
Routine Electrical Checklist For Your Home
We want to let you know that we are still open during the COVID-19 outbreak. At Milton Electric, we are taking the necessary steps to ensure that our employees and customers stay safe. If you have some free time, now’s the perfect opportunity to check around your home and ensure that all your electrical outlets, […]
Milton Electric’s Response to COVID-19
We’re Here for You Milton Electric understands we’re in an uncertain climate right now. The Coronavirus has created a disruption to our daily lives on an unprecedented level. We want to assure you that we’ve taken all the necessary steps to ensure the safety of our employees and customers, including: All employees regularly wash their […]
The Cost of Bad Electrical Work
One of the most common calls we receive at Milton is a panicked customer who says the electrician they hired (from another company) has abandoned their residential or commercial job! Normally it’s because the person they hired was too busy to take the job in the first place, or because they didn’t have proper licensing. […]
February FAQs
As Baltimore’s trusted electric company, we hear lots of questions from homeowners. This month, we shed some light on some of your most common concerns. Why do I need to hire an electrician? Can’t I do my own repairs? DIY is common for homeowners, but when it comes to electricity, it’s best left to professionals. […]
What’s on Your Vision Board?
Thanks to Pinterest, we can have virtual vision boards for everything on our “wildest dreams” list. Dream rooms, dream weddings, dream vacations… the list goes on. What’s on your Pinterest “home” board? What does your ideal living space look like? Are you trying to set a cozy, calm, and relaxing tone? Or are you going […]
Electrical Safety Tips For Winter
The holiday season is underway, which means electric costs are on the rise. While there’s no getting around needing more electricity during cold months, there are precautions you can take to ensure a safe household this winter. Holiday Lights There are major differences between outdoor and indoor holiday lights. Outdoor lights are more durable to […]
5 Reasons You Should Always Hire a Licensed Electrician
Are you a #WeekendWarrior who likes to fix everything without assistance? Maybe you find that getting professional help is a waste of money because you can watch a YouTube tutorial and get the job done in your spare time. This may be the case with most DIY projects, but not when it comes to tampering […]