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It’s understandable that very few homeowners ever give a second thought to their electrical box, especially when the lights are on and everything is functioning as it should.  But like all complex structures, the safety and proper function of a home’s electrical box is at the mercy...

If you’ve never heard of Electrical Safety Month, it’s safe to say that you’re not alone. It’s not one of those things that the masses get excited about, and relatively new in comparison to other well-known awareness campaigns. In our industry, though, it’s a big deal....

While they may be similar in principal, the unique electrical needs of today’s businesses vary greatly from those required by the average homeowner. The scope of each system is far more complex, there’s a lot more juice running through the circuits, and downtime can mean the difference b...

While there’s never a good time to suffer a residential fire or serious electrical system failure, going through it during the frigid winter months can be especially stressful.  And when you factor in everything that’s been taking place throughout 2020, the process only becomes all...

Of the many ways to improve the look and feel your home, having custom or specialty lighting installed ranks high among the most effective and dazzling.  There are styles and designs available to perfectly complement every type of home style and décor, perfect for any home owner who&rsqu...

It’s safe to assume that most homeowners know exactly what to do when a light bulb burns out, or when the circuit breaker trips.  But what do you do in the event of more complex and confusing residential electrical problems.  With the exception of those who have training, expertise o...

Electrical fires are consistently one of the most common causes of all residential fires, with many happening in the overnight hours and while families are sleeping or away from their homes.  Sadly, the holiday season is notorious for electrical fires as more people use space heaters, electric...

For many Western NY homeowners, deciding to upgrade an older lighting system to LED is all about energy efficiency. For just as many others, it’s a matter of enjoying more modern styling, advanced features and improved performance. Regardless of the specific reason, LED retrofitting is an exce...

Does My Home Need an Electrical Service Upgrade? There are many reasons why a homeowner would choose to upgrade their electrical system. In some cases it’s a matter of necessity, such as a catastrophic failure of their current system, increased temporary blackouts, or lighting and appliance...

It’s both sad and ironic that most homeowners don’t become aware of the need for surge protection until after they’ve lost something of considerable value… some expensive stereo equipment, a computer loaded with irreplaceable work and personal data, the family’s fancy...

Installing a new swimming pool is a complex task that many go into without considering all the variables associated with setup, maintenance and ongoing care.  And while many of these can be learned as you become more familiar with pool ownership, pool wiring is one aspect that should never be a...

It’s not uncommon for homes, even newer homes, to lose power from time to time.  Whether it’s a downed power line, damage at a neighborhood substation, or larger issues with a local or regional transformer, there’s not a lot homeowners can do to eliminate or prevent power loss...

Electric work is not the right career path for everybody. The risky, high-stakes work of an electrician requires special traits and qualities. Attention to detail, extreme carefulness, and good problem-solving skills are some of the top traits to look for when you decide to hire an electrician....