2018

You Need A Change: Design Features To Add Light To Your Kitchen Remodel

If you're in the process of remodeling your kitchen, don't forget to bring in the light. Many people make the mistake of creating a dark work space when they're designing their kitchens. Unfortunately, going dark in the kitchen isn't the best way to utilize the work space, nor does it create a welcoming environment. To create a homey atmosphere in your kitchen, you need to bring in the light. Here are four simple design elements you can add to the plans which will add much more light to your kitchen. Read More 

Safeguard Your Home’s Electrical System With A Whole-House Power Surge Protector

A power surge can do a lot of damage to the electrical system in your home and to the electronics or appliances that are plugged into the circuit that's affected. An electrician may need to repair your electrical panel and wiring if it was damaged by the surge. Since an electrical surge can be caused by a number of things and can happen at any time, consider talking to your electrician about having a whole-house surge protector installed in your electrical panel when repairs are done. Read More 

Practical Tips For Data Cable Installation

Are you planning to install data cables in your house? The following tips should help you get the installation right the first time. Use the Same Cable for Data and Voice These days, you can use the same cable for data and voice signals without any issue; in fact, not doing so is a waste of resources. The traditional option of having separate cables for voice and data was necessitated by the high cost of cables and using cheaper wires for internal voice wires made sense. Read More 

Commonly Asked Residential Electrical Questions

Electrical problems is an issue that most homes will encounter, but many homeowners will be ill-suited to address this issue. In order to make sure that you are prepared for the types of electrical issues you may encounter, there are some basic pieces of information that you should review. What Should You Do If You Notice Wires That Are Smoking Or Extremely Warm? One of the most serious consequences of an electrical problem will be the risk of a major fire starting. Read More 

It’s Electrifying: How To Avoid Electrical Problems This Summer

Summer is a time to enjoy the warm weather and spending time with family and friends. It's not the time to worry about electrical problems. Unfortunately, that's what you'll be facing if you're not taking the appropriate steps to avoid them. It doesn't take much for the wiring in your home to suffer problems during the summer, especially if it hasn't been serviced in a while or it's overworked. Here's some important information that will help you avoid electrical problems this summer. Read More