If you notice that the lights in your home occasionally flicker or dim, you’re not alone. Flickering lights are an extremely common, often harmless electrical problem caused by a bad connection in a specific area. That said, it’s important to call an electrician to identify the source of the flickering. What seems like a minor […]
Ceiling Fan Benefits
Ceiling fans can be an easy update to an old room and add significant circulation. This is beneficial during summer months to circulate cold air and in the winter months to push down warm air. Whether you are looking for a quick decoration update or want to make your home more energy efficient, adding a […]
Generators
We all remember the recent storms that knocked out power to thousands of customers in the Baltimore area. Being without electricity can be downright miserable. Besides not having basics needs such as a working microwave or electric stove, houses heat up very quickly with no air conditioning during the summer. A house without power can also […]
Do I Really Need GFCI Outlets in My Home?
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (better known as GFCIs) are outlets that can prevent electrical shock in areas that are near water sources, including bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms and outdoor areas. GFCIs are required by the National Electric Code (NEC) in all kitchens, bathrooms, crawl spaces, unfinished basements, garages, and outdoor receptacle locations. GFCIs were invented […]
4 Reasons You Should ALWAYS Hire a Licensed Electrician
Are you an avid DIYer? Have you read The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Electrical Repair? Have you been watching videos on YouTube on how to rewire your kitchen? Maybe you have a friend that is competent when it comes to electrical work, or a friend of a friend has recommended someone who would do the […]
Prepare for Hurricane Irma
With the destruction that Hurricane Harvey, and now Irma, have brought to our neighbors to the south, it’s obvious that we are often powerless to stop the extreme forces of nature. Thankfully, these storms are the exception, not the norm, and most us will never experience a catastrophic weather event of this magnitude in our […]
Fire Safety Checklist
Did you know that residential house fires kill more than 2,500 and injure nearly 13,000 people annually in the U.S.? That amounts to seven deaths a day, which is seven deaths too many. While we can’t prevent 100% of residential fires, we can take certain steps to make your home – and your family – […]
Five Electrical Tips for a Worry-Free Summer Vacation
Summertime, and the living’s easy. School’s out, temps are up and a leisurely vacation is calling your name. But before you and the family head off to paradise, there are a few simple steps to take to save some money and help ensure you have a house to come home to after the trip is […]