Why you should never DIY home rewiring
"1. Risk When you attempt to complete electrical rewires on your own you put your health, the health of others, and your property at risk. Completing electrical work is dangerous business. When completing electrical rewires…
Yes, someone built a "smart" electrical panel that works with Alexa
"Span, a San Francisco based company, created its smart electrical panel to enable consumers to monitor and control the energy within the home, providing an easier upgrade path to clean energy technologies, like solar panels…
The fire hazards of knob and tube wiring for older converted homes
"Students end up renting old converted homes that have been divided up into as many living spaces as possible. They’re affordable -- but at a price. Let me paint a picture for you: The house…
Tips for improving interior lighting in your home
Problem No.1: Using one light source One bright overhead light may seem like the most efficient way to light up your living room, but it can be harsh and not suited for all hours of…
Check out this anti-bacteria fan just released
"Lately, we have seen the launch of anti-bacterial plywoods, mattresses, bulbs, fabrics, wall paints, etc. The latest addition to this list is an anti-bacteria ceiling fan... Electrical and telecommunication cables company Finolex Cables has introduced…
What to look for when choosing an electrician
"Insurance And License It is very important to go for an electrician who is insured and licensed. It is important to note that a majority of the electricians are registered with the energy commission. Of…
Why you should hire a professional for home theater installation
"When you undertake a home theater installation job—even your own—you’ll end up invariably cutting holes for speakers, punching out low voltage boxes, or otherwise having to locate wires in the wall. That means it helps…
Choosing the correct landscape lighting for outdoor entertaining
"There's such a wide choice of landscape lighting available today, you can have pretty much whatever you want. As we said at the start, power comes either from a 12-volt system you plug into a…
When is it time to upgrade your electric service?
"Reasons to upgrade your electric service Common reasons to upgrade service include having an older home with low amperage, remodeling and adding on, or installing a high-power amenity or machine, such as a kiln or…
Make sure your ceiling fan is going in the right direction for summer
"Did you know that ceiling fans have a switch that changes the direction of the blades? And by changing the direction, you can either help cool or heat the room? TikToker Anthony Bertoncin didn't. "Today,…
Tips and ideas for integrating lighting design into your home
"Ambient Lighting The ambient lighting layer provides what the eye perceives as the general level of light in a room. Ambient lighting is delivered through the larger lighting fixtures in a room, and don't forget…
Be mindful of your energy usage while sheltering at home
"As the world works to halt the spread of the coronavirus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, states, and cities are urging us to stay home whenever possible to avoid transmission of the disease.…