Power outages are inevitable, no matter where you live or what type of home you have. Most homeowners aren’t equipped with generators to power their homes in the absence of electricity, so it helps to know that you’ll be as prepared as possible for the power to fail. What can you do to minimize the […]
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Tips About Electricity For The New Homeowner
The real estate market is hot right now, and first-time buyers are understandably delighted when their offer is finally accepted on a home that will suit their needs. In the flurry of documents, cardboard boxes, and decorating runs to home stores, getting familiar with your new home’s electrical system may not feel like your highest […]
Amps, Volts, Watts: Differences Explained
When working with electrical systems, it’s vital to know the difference between amps, volts, and watts. An understanding of these electrical terms are helpful when it comes time to repair any old household wiring. While you may run into some confusion seeing terms like amps, volts, or watts, they aren’t that difficult to understand. We’ll […]
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4 Tips About Electricity For The New Homeowner
Congratulations! You’ve just become a homeowner. This experience is incredibly exciting—but it can also be quite daunting. There’s a lot to learn about homeownership. You might have questions like: How do you unclog a drain? What about cleaning the eavestroughs? And how much will my utilities cost? Have you thought about how you’ll manage electricity […]
Lighting Plan For New Construction
You’ve spent months drafting blueprints for your new building, and you can’t wait for construction to begin. But have you given much thought to its lighting plan? As you decide how to light the interior of your building, consider the following: The light switches need to be in convenient locations. Each room needs an adequate […]