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Commercial Generator Buyer's Guide

Commercial Generator Buyer’s Guide

During a power outage, your business could lose money, regardless of the industry you're in. Your equipment can also become damaged, and you could lose essential data.

Having reliable backup power is essential for commercial businesses. Generators are an excellent way to supply your business with backup power so you can stay operational until the grid is up and running.

Learn how to choose a generator for your business and why it matters below.

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Importance of Electrical Maintenance

Just like a commercial kitchen requires routine cleanliness inspections to ensure staff and customer safety, regular electrical maintenance checks are necessary for businesses, no matter the industry.

Electrical maintenance plays a significant role in your property's safety, equipment reliability and daily operations. Further, sufficient maintenance and inspections can even save your business money in the long run.

Commercial electrical maintenance covers all aspects of inspecting, testing, repairing and monitoring electrical equipment.

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How to Find a Great Electrical Contractor

How to Find a Great Electrical Contractor

Finding a skilled, trustworthy electrical contractor is important for any home or commercial electrical project. Experienced electricians complete wiring safely to prevent electrical fires and appliance damage. When you choose a reputable electrical contractor to work on your property's electrical system, you can have peace of mind that your home or business is safe from potential hazards.  You can find a qualified electrician by asking for recommendations, asking the right questions, checking certifications and understanding the cost of electrical work. Whether you need residential or commercial electrical work, considering all of the aspects that make a great electrician can help you choose the best one for your needs. Continue reading to learn how to find an experienced, depend... Read More
What Is EV Charging?

What Is EV Charging?

Most Americans are familiar with gas-powered cars and have access to millions of gas stations. However, charging an electric vehicle (EV) currently takes more planning than refueling a gas-powered one.  While EVs are a relatively new technology, their popularity is growing, and more charging stations are cropping up in many cities and towns. If you're considering or have recently bought an EV, the guide below will help you learn the basics about where and how to charge it.

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How to Choose the Right Lightbulb

How to Choose the Right Lightbulb

There are various types of lightbulb options that can fulfill different purposes within your living space. Lighting is something we use every day and often take for granted. The kind of lighting you choose for your rooms directly affects their atmosphere and mood. Choosing the proper lighting can be simple when you understand your options. 

There are several characteristics to look for when selecting a lightbulb, including:

  • Lumens 
  • Wattage
  • Color and temperature
  • The type of lightbulb
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New Homeowner’s Guide to Your Home’s Electrical Needs

New Homeowner's Guide To Your Home's Electrical Needs Congratulations on buying your first home! However, a new home comes with a lot of responsibility. From plumbing and HVAC to endless odd jobs around the house, you are going to learn a lot of skills you did not expect to learn, especially when it comes to electricity. Electrical issues can seem overwhelming, but our experienced team at Lippolis Electric Inc. has created this guide to explain your home electricity system.

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Landscape Lighting

As intimated in the last installment of landscape lighting, smart use of basic lighting theories and tools widely used by professionals will transform your property into an inviting interplay of light and dark with intrigue, magic and mystery built in.  Without having to acquire an advanced PhD in Photometrics, anyone can master these simple techniques with outstanding results.  The one overriding rule of thumb is to conceal the source of light in such a way as to create an assortment of effects that capture the imagination.  Glare is the enemy of a well crafted lightscape.

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Theories of Landscape Lighting

Theories of Landscape Lighting Now that Old Man Winter has released his grip and retreated to his lair, we can all get back to soaking up the good life outdoors, savoring time with family and making good use of our rear decks, balconies, or patios.  For most of us working folks, those times avail themselves more frequently in the evenings which brings up the issue of lighting, specifically landscape lighting.  The most wonderful and inviting dramatic effects can be created with the use of very simple technique... Read More

Older Homes: Is Your Electrical Service Adequate?

The electrical demands on your home today are far greater than they were just 20 years ago yet your electrical service, the power coming in from the utility, may not have been expanded to accommodate our ever-growing need for more power.  Consider the electrical demands of this assortment of basic, common appliances and home necessities/luxuries. APPLIANCE                          WATTAGE        &nb... Read More

Spring Home Electrical Projects

Spring Home Electrical Projects -Written by Ron Troyer Winter’s strong grip on our region is about to be relinquished and few of us, if any, will seriously miss its passing.  Soon the signs of Spring will be everywhere-as you read this song birds are heading north from their wintering grounds.  With the emergence of crocuses and daffodils comes a reminder for a good, thorough Spring cleanup, both inside and out.  Included are a few electrical items that will need insertion into the list. Many of these items may require the assistance of trained profession... Read More

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