If you are having electrical issues in your home, one of the first questions you might ask yourself is "How do I find an electrician near me?" Choosing an electrician might not be such a complicated task after all, once you know what to look for when making your choice. Read on to learn about some of the most important factors you should consider when choosing an electrician. Price Many people in need of an electrician are on a budget....

It is time to think about replacing old electrical wiring in the home if your house is 40 or more years old. Even though your appliances and devices seem to work without any apparent issues, exposed wires or frayed insulation materials warrant an immanent inspection. The certified electricians at Mister Sparky Electrician Houston will check to make sure your wiring meets or exceeds current local and/or national codes. Mister Sparky Electrician’s perform a safety inspection with every electrical service call....

Finding unique Mother’s Day gift ideas can sometimes be a challenge. We have some practical, yet very unique gift ideas to share with you. Let’s face it, mom spends a lot of time at home. There’s no better way to show her how much you care than creative home-lighting ideas this Mother’s Day. Here are some great creative lighting ideas you might not have thought of as gifts for mom. If your mom loves to read books, a wall light...

As a homeowner, there will be times when you find yourself needing some electrical assistance. You will want to upgrade your homes electrical system. An example of this would be adding or replacing smoke detectors or adding whole house surge protection. Other times, your outlets may malfunction or the electrical power may quit working in various rooms. If you live in an older home, you may find yourself concerned about the fire dangers of old or aluminum wiring. Many situations...

Looking for new accent lighting ideas? Check out these tips from Mister Sparky Electrician Houston! When you assess the lighting in your home, you should be able to pick out several layers of illumination. General lighting is typically centered on the ceiling, casting a bright light around the room. Task lighting, such as desk lamps, under-cabinet lights and reading lamps, are designed to help you get things done. Accent lighting helps showcase certain features of your home, such as artwork...

Today, homes are more in need of whole-home surge protection than ever before. With the increasing use of technology and electronics, 80 percent of the electrical surges in a home are generated by people. Generators and appliances such as air conditioning units and washing machines introduce small surges into a home’s electrical lines. These surges build up over the years, degrading the performance of electronics and harming the electrical systems in your home. Whole-home surge protection can be built into...

Houston, TX, residents have faced detrimental flooding since April 18, causing more than $5 billion in damage to the city and 123,000 homes to lose power, according to CNN. There’s not much these people could have done to prepare for the vast amount of damage caused by the flooding, but having Portable Generators installed by a Houston Electrician could have at least kept the power running for the 123,000 that were left in the dark. If you are living in an...

Mister Sparky Electrician Houston promotes smoke detectors for fire protection week in October! Mister Sparky Electrician Houston has been on a mission to educate the public on fire safety, including the proper use and maintenance of smoke detectors. Your First Line of Defense Your first line of defense for fire safety is taking proper precautions to avoid a fire in the first place. The top three causes of house fires include faulty electrical, whether that be faulty wiring in the...

As 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 to school. Elementary/Middle School Students An average of seven children are admitted to emergency rooms each day with shock or burn injuries due to tampering with electrical outlets....

Summer 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 with low hanging power lines but no matter what the situation may be, we continue to say don't go near them. According to the Electrical Safety...