Father’s Day is this weekend and that almost always means rushing to find a last-minute gift card or toolset for your dad. Dads tend to be a little difficult to shop for. They always shrug their shoulders when you ask what they want to do or what they want as a gift. Dads just enjoy spending time with their family. So, for this Father’s Day weekend, try hosting a nice cookout in his honor! Everyone here in Virginia loves some good quality grilling!

Grilling is a great way to bring family together and do something for your dad. He gets the opportunity to spend quality time with you and you get the benefit of doing something for him. And, honestly, is there anything that isn’t made better by the smoke and sear of a grill? If so, we want no part of it.

From ribs and shrimp to steak, clams and even cheese, you can grill all sorts of delicious concoctions that will impress your family and make sit on your rightful throne as the favorite child. Gain some serious family cred and the love of your father with these amazing summer grilling recipes!

Grilled Salsa Roja

Everyone loves a beautifully decorated and well lit house on Christmas, but you should remember to keep safety in mind. A lot of lights, cords, and wires are covering your house, and although they are beautiful, you should be aware of what you are risking and maybe consider some alternatives. Here are some tips and tricks to make sure you stay cheery and bright:

Don’t use Grandma’s old Lights – I know they may mean something to you and they might be charming and rustic, but they are not safe to use considering their age. You could be posing a risk. Instead consider using cooler LEDs that are longer lasting.

Keep Cords Together and out of the Way – Make sure all cords are out of the way of where people may walk so no one trips or rips the cords out. Consider tape or clips to keep them together and out of the way!

Damaged Goods – If it looks frayed or damaged in any way, don’t risk it! A skilled electrician might be able to contact an electrician.

One of the biggest challenges faced by electrical engineers, while designing and installing circuitry, is ensuring that electrical fittings can accommodate different plugs. The terms ‘electrical outlet’ and ‘electrical receptor’ are interchangeable, and they do a lot more than just provide electrical connectors for devices to plug into.