Sometimes, it truly is the little things that make a difference. When you are relaxing at home after a long day at work, you don’t necessarily want or need full on light. Maybe your eyes are tired and you just want a little light to sit by. That isn’t possible if you only have a single switch that has the lights full on or all the way off. A dimmer switch can eliminate that problem. It gives you full control of the light emitted from your bulbs. It is a quick and easy fix that can be taken care of by your electrician in Pasadena on a single visit. The professional staff at The Electric Connection can take care of your dimmer installation.

There are plenty of reasons you should have a dimmer switch installed.

*Save money on your electric bill. When you have things like chandeliers with several bulbs in them and each of those bulbs is on full power, you are going to run up your electric bill. With numerous bulbs, you rarely need each of them at full power. A Pasadena electrician can install a dimmer switch that lets you control how much light you shed. The lower the light, the more money you will save.

*Extend the life of your bulbs. You can make your lightbulbs last longer when you use a dimmer switch. As you know, some lightbulbs can get rather expensive. Making a bulb last a year or more will save you money while doing something great for the environment.

*Freedom to use your lights to set the mood is a huge perk to having a dimmer switch installed by an electrician. Pasadena homeowners will appreciate the ability to turn the lights down low to create an intimate, quiet setting or turn the lights on full power when it is necessary.

Dimmer switches are an affordable way to create an entirely new look in every room of your home. If you need a new fixture to accommodate your dimmer switch, this is an easy fix for an electrician. Give The Electric Connection a call today and schedule your dimmer switch consultation.

Recessed lighting can add so much to the ambiance of a home or office in Downingtown, PA. It is no wonder that it is a lighting feature that so many people within Downingtown PA and surrounding areas wish to incorporate into their own living and work spaces. The primary benefits of properly installed recessed lighting include:

Energy Savings

For the most part, recessed lights consume less voltage than other lighting options. When routed to a dimmer switch the amount of energy consumed by this type of lighting can be modulated even further. The end result is an increased savings in electrical bills.

Functional Illumination

Recessed lights are generally viewed as a source purely for ambient lighting, the reality is that they can also serve in the capacity of task and general lighting. These latter functions can often times be applied in kitchens, offices and craft rooms.

Aesthetically Pleasing

Highlight a single object or area with direct light using Recessed Lighting, a feature which creates a very pleasing aesthetic effect while adding dimension or depth to a space and enhancing the appearance of any decor.

In spite of all of the benefits that can be derived from a proper recessed lighting installation, many homeowners persist in carrying out such a project the wrong way. They either attempt to do the recessed lighting installation themselves, or seek the assistance of unqualified individuals. In either case, the end result can be at best visually unappealing, or at worst dangerous.

The process involved in any recessed lighting installation requires running wire and prepping the ceiling. As such, foremost in your mind should always be safety. Even if one feels confident about one’s knowledge of basic wiring, one can still easily make many rookie mistakes. Chief among these is selecting the wrong type of housing for your recessed lights. The type of housing that is required in a recessed lighting installation is usually based on whether or not the area within Downingtown PA and surrounding areas involved has an insulated ceiling. If it is insulated, special care in selecting the housing is essential to avoid the risk of fire.

There is also the matter of having the proper tools and equipment. Many times, the location chosen for a recessed lighting installation involves having to reach higher than normal ceilings. These require the use of extension ladders which most homeowners do not have, or that they may be hesitant to use. Also, even the most basic of tools used in electrical installations, such as circuit testers, proper wire cutters, drywall saws and stud finders are usually not part of the average person’s tool box. Attempting to undertake a recessed lighting installation without the proper tools would not only make it messier and more difficult, but can also add to the possibility of doing it improperly.

A recessed lighting installation, just as any type of electrical work, should always be handled by, or carried out under the guidance of trained and certified electrician. Regardless of how simple the task may seem, there is nothing which can duplicate years of experience. In seeking a professional for your recessed lighting installation you are securing that the end result will not only be fast, safe and efficient; but also one which allows you to derive all of the full aesthetic, functional and energy saving benefits that recessed lights can provide. For professional recessed lighting options available within Downingtown and surrounding areas for your home call (610) 269-4136 or click here.

As we prepare for fall and eventually winter, there are probably plenty of jobs you need to get done in the house. We often focus a lot of our time and energy on the outdoors during the spring and summer months and the indoors gets neglected. The following tasks are some things you will want to take care of with the help of an electrician in Burbank. The team at The Electric Connection will make sure your tasks are taken care quickly and professionally.

GFCIs

Ground fault control interrupters are excellent safety features to add to your kitchen and bathroom areas. The outlets prevent against electric shock when an appliance comes into contact with water. The second the circuit is interrupted by contact with water, the electricity to the circuit is automatically cut off. This can prevent the person holding the appliance from being shocked.

Smoke Detectors

The standard smoke detector you have in your home may not be quite as safe as you would think. These battery powered smoke detectors must have fresh batteries in order to work properly. There is also the risk of not hearing a smoke detector down the hall or in another room. Hard-wired smoke detectors are a better option. They are wired directly into your home’s main power and are interconnected. When one alarm is sounded, all the alarms will go off. This can add several minutes to your escape time.

Ceiling Fans

Ceiling fans are an excellent way to circulate warm air in the winter and cool air in the summer. There is some minor Burbank electrical work involved that can be taken care of by an experienced electrician. Ceiling fans are energy efficient and can save you money on your electric bill.

If you would like some help taking care of these small, but necessary upgrades around your home, give The Electric Connection a call today.

If you or someone in your family regularly uses a hairdryer, there’s a good chance that you’ve tripped a breaker at some point. Generally, this happens at the most inconvenient time—probably when you’re getting ready for work or a night out. There are a lot of electrical devices in your house, so why does the little ole’ hairdryer cause so many problems? Part of the problem is the way hairdryers work, but your power outlets and wiring could also be the culprit.

When the Problem is the Hairdryer

Believe it or not, hairdryers actually may  just as much power as a microwave (around 1500 watts). Many breakers are rated for 1800 watts, so they can’t handle the load if you have several other electrical devices—like a vacuum, TV, computer,  or lamp—plugged in along with the hair dryer.

Also, hairdryers run on a motor, and, like most motors, faulty maintenance can cause problems. In the case of hairdryers, they often have screens or filters that get clogged over time, causing the hairdryer to use more power than it would normally, and this extra power usage could  trip the breaker and possibly destroy the hairdryer.

The electrical connections in the devices themselves could also trip the circuit. A faulty cord, or wires making contact within the device can also kill your power.

When the Problem is Something Else

Diagnosing the Problem

24-Hour Emergency Electrical Service

We offer a 24-hour emergency electrical service to address any residential electrical issue. Give us a call anytime if your hairdryer has caused a mysterious short in your power or if you detect any other potentially dangerous electrical issue.