Are you wondering how car charging stations work? When you have an electric vehicle (EV), it must be plugged into an outlet, much like your cell phone, tablet or laptop, to recharge the battery. In order to make electric cars convenient, manufacturers supply charging cords that can be plugged into any 120-volt home outlet, which…
Are you concerned about storms and the state of your municipal electrical grid? If you are, one of the ways you can ensure your home always has power is by installing a generator. However, when you have a generator wired into your home’s electrical system, you also need a transfer switch. Let’s take a look…
Do you use surge protectors in your home? Surge protectors protect your appliances and electronics from extreme fluctuations in voltage. It’s estimated that the average home experiences up to six power surges per day and 2,000 a year, according to the Copper Development Association. These surges can damage the circuits in your electronic devices. Therefore, it’s…
Are you concerned about the safety of the electrical system in your home? Your home’s electrical system is responsible for providing power to all your appliances, lights, computer equipment and entertainment systems, and today, we’ve never used more electricity in our homes. If you own an older home, it may be time to upgrade the…
When is the last time you had an energy audit performed on your home or commercial building? If you’re like most home and business owners, the answer is never or a long time ago. The truth of the matter is that your building and wallet could benefit from an energy audit. This article will explain…
June 1st marks the first official day of hurricane season, and this year, experts are predicting above-average storm activity. While a typical season sees 14 named storms, seven hurricanes, and three major hurricanes, for the 2022 season, scientists at Colorado State University say we may have as many as 19 named storms and nine hurricanes,…