LED lights are one of the most rapidly developing technologies in the US. LED lights last 25 times longer than traditional bulbs and use one-fourth of their energy — a viable option for energy-efficient lighting! According to a 2015 Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), LED lights are present in 86% of households in the US. This blog highlights 5…
Month: October 2020
Why You Should Hire an Electrician to Fix a Loose Electrical Outlet Box
All your home’s electrical outlets are placed in an outlet box and attached to the drywall. With time, the screws of the outlet box can become loose. When you pull a wire out of the outlet, it feels that the entire outlet box will fall off. If you’ve ever felt that way, it means that…
How to Prevent Pest Damage to Electrical Controls
Pests can infiltrate poorly-made structures and wreak havoc on a building’s electrical work. The most common cause for this is said pests seeking shelter. Electric control-housing units are typically well-sealed, making it difficult for larger predators to enter. (more…)
Eliminating Toxic Exposure Risk with Industrial LED Lighting
Conventional high-pressure sodium (HPS) light bulbs can lead to toxic exposure in two ways. Firstly, they’re flush with enough mercury that a single bulb has enough mercury vapor to be lethal for a classroom full of children. (more…)
A Guide to Energy Conservation
Energy conservation and efficiency are distinct concepts. Energy efficiency refers to the use of less energy to provide a given energy service. For example, LED light bulbs use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs to provide the same service. (more…)