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Top 5 Uses of LED Lighting

11 Jul
Attaboy Littleton Electrician shares the top 5 uses of LED lighting.

All About LED Lighting Those light-emitting diodes better known as LEDs are 90% more efficient at producing light than the incandescent light bulbs.  How do they do that? LED lighting works by passing an electrical current through a microchip. As the current passes through the microchip, it illuminates the tiny LED light producing visible light. […]

Home Generator Safety Tips

11 Apr

Home Generator Safety Tips A home generator is an essential addition to the home that can make a real difference in the level of functioning in the event of a prolonged power outage. With the purchase of a generator, homeowners gain a sense of security and peace of mind from the knowledge that they can […]

Do GFCI Outlets Go Bad?

21 Mar

Do GFCI Outlets Go Bad? Since their introduction into the National Electrical Code (NEC), Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI outlets) outlet location requirements have expanded way beyond the initial recommendations, and now include practically every outlet on your property, in and out of the house. These life-saving devices have improved to the point where they […]

Space Heater Safety Tips

16 Feb

Central heating systems distribute warm air throughout a building, but some rooms may have cold spots or need additional heat. Space heaters can be a great way to augment heat, and they can also be the source of fires, shocks and injury. As winter drags on, many people will take their safety for granted, and […]

Top 10 Holiday Electrical Hazards

22 Dec

Home electrical safety may not be the most festive topic, but it’s an important consideration before pulling out the holiday decorations. Knowing what most common holiday electrical hazards are prevalent during the season can prevent unnecessary problems and help to keep your family safe. Here are the top 10 causes of electrical shock, fires, and […]

Electrical Trivia

15 Oct

  How much do you know about the invisible energy that lights up the world?  Check out the electrical trivia questions below and check your answers at the bottom of the page. Question #1: Which American company consumes the highest percentage of the world’s energy? General Motors ExxonMobil Google Dow Question #2: Halogen lamps should […]