Outdoor living spaces have become an extension of the home for many families. So it is only natural that folks have come to expect many of the same conveniences outside as they enjoy indoors. One example is safe and ready access to electricity. From outfitting the back deck with a TV, to adding string lights […]
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Power Surges And How To Prevent Them
Although it takes only a split second for a power surge to occur, this massive spike in electricity can wreak havoc – damaging electronic devices, appliances and electric outlets in a home. Since we get many service requests relating to power surges, we wanted to share some helpful information on this topic. Of course, it […]
A Guide To Hiring An Electrician
Whether you are adding a new light fixture, embarking on a home renovation or undertaking a commercial construction project, it is important to hire the best electrician for the job. In fact, hiring the wrong electrician can end up being a costly mistake resulting in additional repairs and fixes. Hiring the wrong electrician can be […]
Power Up When There Is No Power
In the event of a weather disaster, a downed power line or a power grid going offline, a home generator is often a good solution for keeping a home powered-up. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), thunderstorms and lightning occur once every 5 to 6 days in Maryland during the months of […]
Guidelines For Your Basement Remodel
Many homeowners who are seeking extra space (or some additional privacy) opt for a finished basement instead of a more expensive and time-consuming home addition. Basement remodels have lots of practical uses, such as: storage area, family room, media or recreation center, home office, man cave, children’s playroom or a guest room. Finishing a basement […]
Before Listing Your Home, Ensure It Meets Electrical Codes
Are you thinking of selling your house? There is a lot of prep work to do before a home goes on the market, including decluttering, giving the interior a good scrubbing and a fresh coat of paint and adding some “curb appeal” with new landscaping. One item that is very important, but is often overlooked, […]
Winter Electrical Safety Checklist To Get Your Home Winter Ready
The colder temperatures and shorter daylight hours associated with winter can really kick your home’s electricity into overdrive. Increased usage puts a burden on your electrical system, and potentially hazardous weather conditions like sleet or snow can create additional safety concerns. To help get your home winter ready, we’ve created a winter electrical safety checklist. […]
Holiday Lighting Safety Tips
This winter is certainly different from most and holiday gatherings are sure to be smaller. Still, many families have already started decorating this inside and outside of their homes for the holidays. In fact, since indoor gatherings are limited right now, many people are putting extra effort on fitting out their outdoor spaces with dazzling […]
A Homeowner’s Guide To The Residential Circuit Breaker Box
Some homeowners find the gray box in their basement or utility room to be confusing or even a little intimidating. Some folks avoid the main breaker panel because they are concerned about getting shocked or breaking something. While there are many electrical issues that are best left to a licensed electrician, as a homeowner it […]
Slay Vampire Energy And Save On Electricity
Halloween is just around the corner, so we thought we’d share information about vampire energy – also called phantom energy. Many families are working and attending remote school from home right now. This means that lights are on for more hours of the day and more devices are sucking energy, all placing an extra burden […]