May is Electrical Safety Month: Home Safety Recommendations
It’s National Electrical Safety Month! This is the time of year when we raise awareness about potential electrical hazards. Electrical malfunctions cause an estimated 35,000 home fires, over 1,130 injuries, 500 deaths, and $1.4 billion in property damage each year, according to the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI). Learning how to use your home’s electrical…
Read MoreWhy It’s Important To Get Rid of Two-Prong Outlets
One electrical upgrade that is easy to overlook is two-prong outlet upgrades. Two-prong plugs are cumbersome and bothersome to many people, but they are far more dangerous than most people realize. Two-Prong Outlets Are Not Safe Two-prong plugs are no longer permitted in new builds, thus you won’t find them in current homes. Our electricians…
Read MoreElectric Vehicles: How Do They Impact Electric Bills?
Electric automobiles provide a variety of advantages to their owners, ranging from improved fuel economy to reduced emissions. Car ownership entails a number of expenses. Traditional vehicles require you to be concerned about the cost of gasoline. You can avoid stopping at the gas station with electric cars (EVs), but you must factor in the…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Having an Electric Car Charging Station at Home.
As the electric vehicle industry expands, more charging stations are being built in strategic locations. Still, having an EV charger at home is the ideal method to charge it. Investing in a home EV charger is the best way to get the most out of your electric vehicle. Some of the advantages of having an…
Read MoreElectrical Spring Cleaning
When we think of spring cleaning, we usually think of dusting, mopping, and general tidying up, but it’s also a great time to get started on other home maintenance jobs that have been neglected. When you perform electrical spring cleaning, you may instantly transform into your home while also eliminating the possibility of future electrical…
Read MoreThe Relationship Between Weather and Energy Usage
The weather has a significant impact on natural gas and electricity usage. Heatwaves are frequently mentioned as having an impact on price, but it’s not only hot weather that can have an impact. Extreme colds or big storms also have a significant influence on supply and demand, which can lead to price changes. Weather Conditions…
Read MoreAn Introduction to the Different Types of Electrical Outlets
In the average home, there are 75 electrical outlets of varying sizes, shapes, and functions. Are the outlets on your walls the best candidates for the job? Here, we’ll highlight some of the most prevalent varieties in your house, as well as new home outlet challengers aimed to make your home more user-friendly and safe…
Read MorePower Surge Protection This Winter
Is your valuable electronic equipment safe from the potentially disastrous effects of a power spike caused by cold weather? 70% of power outages in the United States are caused by extreme weather, with the winter months bringing a slew of storms that can cause outages and surges. Homeowners now own a much wider range of…
Read MoreSigns it’s Time to Upgrade Your Commercial Wiring
Our staff at Transformation Electric knows how important your business is to you, and we want to assist you in any ways that we can. Maintaining the state of your building, which includes the electrical wiring, is an important element of running any business. While wire is built to endure a long time, it is…
Read MoreShould You Invest in Solar Christmas Lights?
It’s time to untangle those extension wires and hang those Christmas lights now that the holiday season has come. They may not appear to be much, but string lights do require power, and if you leave them up for several weeks, you may find yourself with a shockingly hefty electric bill once all the presents…
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