So you’ve started to really think about the lighting in your home, and have even installed some LED light bulbs to save energy and reduce your monthly electrical bill. Next on your list: installing dimmer switches! Here’s how to save even more money and continue to make your home look and feel great with dimmer…
Continue ReadingAs the summer winds down, both parents and kids start prepping for another school year. Though the routine of typical school days is all too familiar, electrical hazards lurk around each corner and in each classroom. Here’s a few simple reminders about electricity for students of all ages to keep in mind when heading back…
Continue ReadingMake saving energy in your home simple and easy this summer by taking it one room at a time! Saving energy can be complicated when there are so many costly, energy sucking appliances and electronics in your home. Here are some energy saving tips for the rooms in your house that are the biggest energy…
Continue ReadingHeavy rains and storms are currently upon all of Houston. As the hurricane season gets underway many of us will stock up on supplies and possibly invest in a generator. With the many that were left without power during our last rain event, it only seems reasonable that a generator can be a valuable thing to have in a…
Continue ReadingAs the temperature rises it’s important to stay on top of your home’s energy use. Keep these energy saving tips in mind as you try to keep your electric bill in check this summer. Turn that thermostat… up? As great as an iceberg-like home feels on a hot day, try to get in the habit of…
Continue ReadingSummer is so close, we can already feel the heat! And with all the time that you and your family will spend outside playing, grilling and swimming, it seems like a perfect time to talk about hidden outdoor electrical dangers to keep your family out of harms way. Power and Utility Lines Many backyards are equipped…
Continue ReadingAs warmer weather becomes the norm, you’re probably dreading the next few electric bills. Ceiling fans can be saviors this time of year. By keeping the air in constant circulation, they provide the feeling of a cooler room without the need to turn the air conditioner down. Here’s a few things to remember while trying…
Continue ReadingLandscape lighting can elevate your home’s curb appeal, adding a high-end look, while providing that extra security factor that all homeowners can appreciate. Whether it’s spotlights that highlight certain architectural or landscape features, or floodlights that illuminate large areas, you’ll have an exterior that you can be proud of. Quick tip: Go outside with a flashlight…
Continue ReadingMany of the electrical issues you face in your home today are the same that plague many other homeowners. Here’s a quick guide on troubleshooting what may cause some of these electrical problems and what you can do to fix them. Lights Problems Flickering or Dimming Lights- While flickering lights could be a simply loos…
Continue ReadingSo you’re thinking of replacing your old lighting systems to a new recessed lighting solution. It may seem like it will be a simple replacement of light fixtures, but there are so many more risks associated with using recessed lighting without proper installation. We’ve mapped out three major reasons why you shouldn’t be doing this…
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