Folks residing in the greater Baltimore area know that springtime is one of the most charming times of year around Charm City. The Orioles return to the baseball diamond, the iconic waterfront buzzes after another long winter, and area parks—from Patapsco to Patterson—fill up with people enjoying the outdoors. With temperatures already starting to climb, […]
Congratulations! You just got done signing your name more times than you can count and now have the keys to your first house. The sense of accomplishment and the relief of being done with navigating today’s frenzied real estate market have you ready to take on your newly earned title of “homeowner.” Before you start […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Holiday Lighting With all the excitement that comes with the holidays, it’s easy to go overboard with the decorations. Spend less time searching for burned-out bulbs and more time admiring your display this year by following these simple holiday lighting tips: Do: When hanging lights in hard-to-reach places, make sure […]
Anyone in the greater Baltimore area knows how unpredictable the weather can be, especially during the “in-between” seasons of spring and fall. Electric space heaters are a good option for providing additional warmth for homes without central heating or for those who don’t like having to switch the central HVAC back and forth between heating […]
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 […]
Just about everyone knows the familiar glow of fluorescent tube lights. You’ll find them in all kinds of homes in the Baltimore area, whether they’re illuminating garages, basements, workshops or even the occasional crawl space or attic. As commonly as fluorescent lighting is used in those types of utility spaces, perhaps just as common are […]
It’s important to have up-to-date electrical outlet wiring in your home to keep your appliances and devices running efficiently, and to protect your home from harm. Poor electrical wiring is a major safety hazard, particularly if your home is more than 40 years old, or if you have outdated aluminum or knob and tube wiring. […]
Historic homes are known for their character and charm; however, they’re also known to need a lot of TLC as they age. One of the most common issues historic homeowners might face is old electrical wiring that no longer functions as well as it did in the past, particularly if the home is at least […]
It is easy to forget about electrical maintenance. Why? Most wires that power the home or business we never actually see. Plus, many people only think about electricity when they need an electrician or when their clocks need resetting after a bad storm. However, deferring regular maintenance can be damaging in more ways than one. […]
What is an Electrical Panel? Electric panels are sometimes referred to as breaker panels, load centers, service panels, or breaker boxes. It’s the box often in the basement, garage, or utility closet connecting the external wires from the street to the internal wires to the home, providing your lights, appliances, and more with electricity. Most […]