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Landscape Lighting
Written by Mark Johnson on May 14, 2021
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 […]
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Older Homes: Is Your Electrical Service Adequate?
Written by Ron Troyer on March 19, 2021
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. […]
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Spring Home Electrical Projects
Written by Ron Troyer on March 5, 2021
-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 […]
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Electrical Projects: When to DIY and When to Call a Professional
Written by Ron Troyer on February 19, 2021
-Written by Ron Troyer Walk into any chain home improvement store, turn down the electrical supply aisle and you will see all the necessary fixing for a 200-amp service installation-service cable, electrical panels, circuit breakers, even meter enclosures. Next stroll over to the ‘do it yourself’ reference section and you might find a step-by-step book […]
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Downed Power Line Electrical Safety: What You Need to Know of this Potential Hazard
Written by Ron Troyer on February 5, 2021
-written by Ron Troyer Trees & Downed Power Lines Weather forecasters and climatologists tell us storm frequency will increase in both severity and magnitude as our planet suffers the worsening effects of global warming. Debunking these predictions has become more difficult as the hard evidence becomes unignorable-take this most recent blizzard that stretched across the […]
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Understanding Photometric Lighting
Written by Mark Johnson on January 22, 2021
-Written by Ron Troyer Even though 49% of all electrical consumption worldwide is dedicated to motors, one of the most life-altering, irreplaceable miracles of electricity is the ability to illuminate our world. Imagine life without the convenience of flicking a switch to light our workplaces, homes, and lives. The importance of lighting can never be […]
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Establishing an Electrically Safe Home Gym
Written by Ron Troyer on January 8, 2021
-Written by Ron Troyer As we exit the holiday season into a shiny new year, we enter January, also known to many as Weight Loss Awareness Month (like we needed to be made more aware of a roll or two in the mirror). Gone are all those delicious treats and feasts quickly replaced with renewed […]
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How Solar Energy Is Becoming More Affordable in the U.S.
Written by Mark Johnson on January 7, 2021
Whether you own a home or business, you’re paying monthly to depend on a grid that can sometimes let you down — and always at the worst possible time. With solar energy, you can generate electricity to keep your lights, appliances, security systems, and electronics running. These systems lower monthly utility costs while actively working […]
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Battery Storage vs. Generator
Written by Mark Johnson on December 29, 2020
Modern life increasingly relies on having a constant power source readily available. Power grid failures, natural disasters and other emergencies that cut off power to our homes are more inconvenient than ever with all the home devices that rely on electricity. Power outages can go beyond inconvenience and become a safety issue with power loss […]
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Arc Flash Safety
Written by Mark Johnson on December 16, 2020
An arc flash is one of the most prominent safety concerns for those who work with or around electricity. This dangerous occurrence generates a massive release of energy in the form of, heat, toxic fumes, blinding light, deafening noise and massive pressure waves. Commercial facilities must carefully prevent arc flash events and protect employees. Table […]
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Illuminating the Holiday Season Safely
Written by Ron Troyer on December 11, 2020
-Written by Ron Troyer For all of us, the busy months of December and early January are times full of family, good will towards all and copious amounts of celebration. One favorite holiday event is a drive taking in all the neighboring Christmas lighting. What better way to accent the festivities than with spectacular holiday […]
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Your Home Office’s Electrical Needs
Written by Ron Troyer on November 25, 2020
For years the concept of ‘home office’ has been in use to varying degrees but recently the ‘home office’ exploded as workers everywhere sought refuge during the Pandemic while continuing to generate an income. But is commandeering a bedroom or playroom all that is required to set up an office within one’s home? Table of […]
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