The Basics of LED Lighting: Why Choose Light Emitting Diodes? Understanding LED technology is crucial for making informed lighting choices. So, what exactly is an LED? Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) are semiconductor devices that emit light when an electric current passes through them. Unlike traditional incandescent bulbs, LEDs are designed to convert more energy into...Read More
Locating the Right Spot to Add a Receptacle or Outlet in Your Home Adding new receptacles and outlets in your home can make life a lot easier. Whether you’re undergoing a whole-house renovation or simply want to upgrade your electrical system, placing outlets in the right spots ensures you can power up your gadgets and...Read More
Ready to make your home smarter, safer, and more energy-efficient? In Minnesota, where weather conditions can be extreme, upgrading your home’s electrical system can be an economical and smart way to manage your energy use more effectively. Let’s review how upgrading your home’s electrical systems can trim down your energy bills and increase your home’s...Read More
Everything You Need To Know About Outdated Wiring When was the last time you upgraded your home’s wiring? If you can’t remember, chances are your wiring is outdated, especially if you own an older home. But what does outdated wiring mean? As your wiring ages, its rubber coatings can deteriorate, exposing the copper wires beneath....Read More
A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI outlets, or ground fault circuit interrupter outlets, are an important safety feature for any home in Minnesota. It is an electrical safety device designed to protect people from electrical shock. The outlet does this by monitoring the flow and automatically shutting off the power if it detects a difference...Read More
Why Is My Light Switch Not Working? Light switches are essential components of our homes, controlling the power supply to every light fixture. Unfortunately, over time, switches may fail to function correctly, leaving you without the ability to turn on your lights or leaving them stuck in either the on or off position. Here are...Read More
There’s a Good Reason to Be Afraid of a Buzzing Outlet Have you ever heard a buzzing sound coming from an outlet in your home? Is your outlet buzzing or making a noise it didn’t before? If so, it could be a sign of an electrical issue. This buzzing sound can occur for various reasons....Read More
Every morning in Minnesota, Jim would make coffee and sit down to read the newspaper while munching on toast. If his daughter, Emily, used her hairdryer at the same time the toaster and the coffee pot were on, the lights on the right half of their home would go out. So he trudged down to...Read More
