ENERGY VAMPIRES AROUND YOUR HOME
This Halloween take the time to find the energy vampires prowling around your home and slay them once and for all. An “energy vampire” describes a device or appliance that continues to draw upon power from electrical outlets, even when they are not being used. According to the Department of Energy, if you leave several […]
DO I NEED TO UPGRADE OR REPLACE MY ELECTRICAL PANEL?
The electrical panel is considered the heart of your home’s electrical system. It connects your home’s electrical system to the power lines from the utility company.Sometimes it can be difficult differentiating problems that are directly related to your panel and those related to your overall wiring system. (Though they work together, the problems with each […]
WHAT IS ELECTRICITY? MAKE AN ELECTROSCOPE TO LEARN ABOUT ELECTRICITY
Over 250 years ago, Benjamin Franklin conducted his famous kite experiment. 100 years ago, less than half of all homes in the U.S. had electric power. Today, people around the world depend on electricity every day. Learn how to make an electroscope (charge detector) to learn more about electricity. It will help you understand more […]
WHY ARE MY OUTLETS SPARKING?
You’ve probably seen it before—brief sparks when you plug something into your outlet. Small sparks are completely normal, but sometimes it can indicate an electrical safety issue. Brief sparking is normal Some sparking is nothing to worry about. When you plug something in, especially when it is turned on, fast and hot electric current makes […]
7 SPRING ELECTRICAL SAFETY TIPS
From short circuits and loose connections to overloaded circuits and frayed cords, electrical damage and neglect causes millions of dollars’ worth of property damage every year, not to mention all of the associated human injury and death. Spring provides the mild temperatures necessary to complete outdoor work. Learning these electrical safety tips will help ensure […]
HOW TO SAVE MONEY AND ENERGY WITH YOUR THERMOSTAT
Did you know that your heating and cooling bill accounts for over half of your homes total energy consumption? As we March into spring and summer, it’s important to reevaluate your thermostat settings and comfort preferences for the new season. If you are interested in saving money and energy this spring and summer, the thermostat […]