The time of year is here that you want to take time to decorate for the holidays. It seems that year after year you want to outdo yourself from year’s past. That means you go out of your way add more pizzazz to the home and the decorations. The homes around you will likely follow…
As the weather becomes colder, we all look for ways to stay warm. Electric fireplaces can provide a significant amount of heat for small spaces. This is great because you won’t have to crank up the furnace and you can save money on you monthly bills through the winter. Many people love electric fireplaces because…
With the holidays growing ever closer many people will begin decorating their homes inside and out. During the holidays we love to celebrate with dazzling lights and decorations that require power. During the holiday season the extra power load can cause a number of electrical hazards. In order to stay safer this holiday season Simon…
The holiday season starts at different times for different people. Some start the day after Halloween, others the day after Thanksgiving. Everyone looks forward to the beautiful lights that come with the holidays. But those pretty lights can become a big problem if they are misused and create fire hazards. Visual Lighting Inspection Indoor and…
When you are a business owner, it is all about the bottom line. If there is an area that you can cut costs, there aren’t many business owners that won’t want to take it. One area that many business owners or building managers don’t realize they can cut back on is their energy consumption. Simon…
Electrical wiring is interwoven throughout an entire home or building. The wiring leads to outlets, light switches and other electrical components in the home. The wiring is the vein that electricity travels through. What many people don’t often notice or realize is the protective coating on the wiring and what role it plays. Simon Electric…
Have you ever thought about how much more work your electrical system does during the winter? Most homeowners don’t think much about their electrical system at all until they have a problem with it. But the old adage ‘an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’ definitely rings true when it comes to…
When you are in your house you want to have everything working correctly. That means when something goes out it can cause problems in your day. You want to make sure you are prepared for all kinds of problems that might arise. When it comes to your electrical system there are many things that could…
There are lots of videos you can watch to show you the best way to upgrade and update your home. The trend to do your own home projects is huge and most people love to take on a painting or other cosmetic renovation and feel good about the outcome. There are lots of tips and…
When electrical repairs are needed in a home, some homeowners feel up to the challenge and will do their own repairs. When repairing electrical systems it is not only dangerous, it can have serious consequences. Simon Electric will share some of the most common DIY mistakes when repairing residential electrical problems yourself, and how to…
