Electrical News

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Kitchen Electrical Safety Tips

The kitchen is often regarded as the heart of the home due to the amount of time owners, guests, and family members spend in the space....

Protecting Pets from Electrical Shock

Preventing electrical shocks from happening to a beloved pet is not something usually thought of until an unfortunate tragedy occurs....

How to Choose the Right Commercial Light Fixtures

Light fixtures are a vital component of every commercial and industrial facility regardless of the work performed within them. While it...

Rodent Damage to Your Electrical

Electrical damage caused by rodents is a serious thing, once discovered it should never be ignored. When rats, mice, squirrels, racoons,...

Electrical Improvements to Increase Your Home’s Value

If you are considering selling your home, you have likely thought about performing some repairs or completing certain projects to...

House Fire Prevention

A plan for fire prevention in your home is essential for your peace of mind and safety. In as little as 30 seconds a fire can ignite....

Why Do Breakers Trip?

A circuit breaker is a safety device designed to protect a circuit from being damaged when it is overloaded or when an electrical short...

3 Steps to Prepare for a Power Outage

As we move into autumn and winter, power outages will likely become a more common occurrence due to severe weather conditions. While some...

Warning Signs of Electrical Fires

We rely on electricity every day to power our devices, keep our home illuminated, and maintain a comfortable temperature. While...

Occupancy Sensors

Occupancy Sensor / Controlled Lighting An occupancy sensor is a motion detecting lighting control device that reacts to movement within...

When Should You Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?

Electrical panels are vital elements of every home and commercial building as they provide power for every device within the property. To...

Electrical Requirements for Air Conditioning Units

During the heat of summer, any home equipped with air conditioning is certainly envied by those without. Air conditioning removes the hot...

Sunshine Ceiling

The sunshine ceiling in the 1980's home is the shag carpets of the 1970's home. It dates the home to a specific decade. Sunshine ceilings...

What to Look for in a Professional Electrician

From in stalling a new electrical panel in your home to performing emergency electrical repairs for your business, there are many reasons...

Incandescent Light Bulb

It is a fact that the incandescent light bulb changed the world. Incandescent light bulbs were the first generation of light bulb to be...

How to Reduce Energy Costs for Your Home

From washers and dryers to heaters and light fixtures, there are many devices that consume power in your home. While energy costs are...

Home Protection Plan

At Blue Crest Electric our wonderful clients have the opportunity to become part of our Home Protection Plan. Why pay full price for...

What Does it Cost to Install New Light Fixtures?

If you are considering updating various light fixtures throughout your home, you have likely wondered what this project would cost. Since...

Direct & Alternating Current

Direct and Alternating Current are types of electrical current that we use to power our world. The type of electricity you are using may...

How to Install an Electric Car Charger in Your Home

As electrical vehicle sales continue to rise, many homeowners are looking to install a dedicated EV charger in their home. While this may...