If you find yourself becoming irritable from the constant buzzing emanating from your lights, you're not alone. It may be a low hum or a loud buzz. And it can occur in all types of light bulbs. But why do lights buzz? Well, it could be for a number of reasons, ranging from loose fixtures [...]
Are you wondering, "What do I need to know when hiring an electrician?" If so, you've come to the right place. Electric work is detailed and complicated, so when you need to hire an electrician it's likely for a job nobody can do except for a trained professional. But there are questions you should ask [...]
Why do the lights keep flickering? Well, it can only be one thing and we're sorry to tell you this. It's ghosts! All jokes aside, there are many reasons your home may be experiencing partial or full-on blackouts. Put down the proton pack and keep reading to learn more about why the lights in your [...]
Let there be light! It seems like a simple thing to install a light bulb to illuminate a dark room. However, not every room deserves to be awash with white light. The lighting can affect our mood and behavior and can even boost or have a negative impact on our productivity. Fortunately, with advancements in [...]
It can be frustrating to have things in your home not functioning properly, especially around the holidays. There are some things you can take care of yourself, of course, but there are others that can be difficult or downright dangerous to take on on your own. Electrical issues, such as a short circuit, are examples [...]
Did you know that from 2012 to 2016, eight in 10 home fires in the US involved electrical malfunctions? These fires caused a yearly $1.3 billion in property damage within that period. Each year, they resulted in 440 fatalities and another 1,250 injuries. The thing is, many of these electrical failures are preventable. If only [...]
There are few things more irritating than a faulty fire alarm. You're just sitting at home minding your own business, and suddenly the piercing shriek of the alarm starts blaring. Fire alarms are, of course, a vital safety feature that we cannot do without. However, the sound of a false fire alarm is jolting and [...]
Given the number of power surges and electrical grid outages that have hit the country recently, surge protectors are vital. If you are not already aware, a surge protector acts as a buffer between an electrical outlet and your devices. When there is an electrical spike, your protector kicks in to prevent and power surge [...]
As a homeowner, you know the importance of taking care of your home and keeping it up to date. Things like the furnace, roof, and updated interiors are obvious on the list of home care. The problem is that you don't pay as much attention to the parts of your house you don't see. This [...]
We've all had this problem: you get home late at night one evening and inevitably end up hurting yourself or knocking something over because you were trying to navigate in the dark. There must be a better way. There just must be. And there is! No longer do you have to do your best impression [...]
