When is an electrical inspection most essential? This is a question often asked. It is always good to have your electrical system inspected from time to time. However, there are times when you want to have the electrical system inspected. Before making any major investment in a home or building, it is a good idea…
In comparison to the alternatives of incandescent and CFL lights, LED lights have been proven to be the better option. They offer more advantages including being the greenest light source available and the longest lasting. The illuminating power of an LED bulb is dictated by color temperature or Kelvin temperature, and we at Simon Electric,…
You will often hear electricians ask about “ground” wiring systems. Many wonder why ground is so important and why is it used. Ground is essential to providing homes and other human structures with proper electrical safety. Simon Electric would like to explain more about ground wiring, its safety systems and without it, how we would…
Have you ever sat in your home and heard a low electrical hum? Sometimes this noise can be absolutely maddening; especially when you can’t figure out where it is coming from. There are a couple of different tactics you can try to help you locate this electrical hum. Simon Electric is here to not only…
When it comes to the lighting in your home, there are dos and don’ts just like with anything else. Selecting the wrong lighting for your space can limit the uses for the space if you aren’t careful. Have you ever spent time in a poorly lit room? Simon Electric is here to share some tips…
Part of keeping your family safe is knowing when it’s time to upgrade the electrical outlets in your home. There are visual and functional clues that will let you know it’s time to replace your outlets. Signs Electrical Outlets Should Be Replaced 1. Electrical outlets only have two prongs. Two-prong outlets prevent you from plugging…
Everyone wants to feel safe and protected within the walls of their home. There are several ways that you can make your home even more secure than the day that you bought it. With some simple tips from Simon Electric, we want to help you feel safe and arm your home with the protection it…
Taking on DIY projects around the house can be fun. You get to discover new skills you might have, maybe save a few bucks, and take pride and ownership in your home. Where “how to” videos and blogs can help people get through some projects, a lot of require an extensive background in training and…
There are always different methods, techniques, and strategies applied among competitors in any industry, including the variations in the electrical industry. Some may try innovative methods only to later realize it was not an idea, depending on how electricians were trained and the experience they have. Where a lot of the different applications can cause…
Older homes or commercial buildings often need their electrical wiring replaced. This may be due to damage or even safety concerns. Homes or buildings built from 1880 through 1930 use Knob and Tube (or K&T) wiring. These older wiring systems pose several problems with today’s electrical standards. Simon Electric will explain what knob and tube…
