Cold weather and winter storms are often to blame for power outages. It seems like when you need your heater the most, it will be rendered useless by a power outage. The power may go out for a number of different reasons. An accident, a severe storm or mechanical failure are all possibilities. You never know what may happen. A Pasadena electrician has some tips for you to keep handy just in case the power goes out this winter. If you have any more questions, you can always call The Electric Connection.

• Unplug your small appliances, computers, Smart televisions, gaming systems and any other items that have sensitive electrical components. Leaving items plugged in could damage them when the power comes back on. A small power surge can fry the electrical components. You can reduce or eliminate this risk by having a whole home surge protector installed by an electrician. Pasadena residents can save themselves a great deal of money on damaged appliances with one of these inexpensive tools.

• Call the power company hotline to determine how long the outage is expected to last.

• Shut the doors to any rooms you are not using to keep the heat in one area. Put on extra layers of clothing to stay warm.

• Pull out flashlights and candles if the power outage happens in the evening. Emergency candles are different than the typical decorative candles and will put out more light.

• Instruct everyone in the house to leave the refrigerator and freezer doors closed. Your food will stay cold for 4 hours in the fridge and up to 24 hours in the freezer.

If the idea of dealing with a power outage does not thrill you, you could always invest in a standby generator. These handy tools will keep your home powered and allow you to continue on with your life without any interruption. Give The Electric Connection a call today to learn more.

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Our trained professionals have the tools, experience, and training to make sure your project goes smoothly.  We use advanced techniques and equipment to get wires fished in through walls and attics.  We have advanced diagnostic tools for that tripped breaker or no power call.  Our electricians posses years of experience that only seasoned professionals have.  Making us the best electrician of 2015!

If you have a project in Des Moines, Ankeny, Altoona, Waukee, Norwalk, or any area in between or near by.  We can help you every step of the way with your next project.  We don’t just work hard to be the best in one area.  We work on being the best electrician in all parts of central Iowa.

Your bathroom is a room that tends to be ignored when you think of sprucing up the house. It seems like a small space and it isn’t something that is regularly seen by visitors. However, you probably spend some time in there and would like it to be a little nicer. A new tub, vanity and sink are all great ways to make the room look more inviting, but they can be a little out of your price range. What if you could spruce up the bathroom for less than a couple hundred dollars? An electrician in Burbank can help you transform your bathroom with a few simple light changes. It is that easy and the crew at The Electric Connection would love to help you make it happen.

You can do so much more than the standard light in the center of the room and the typical large bulbs around the bathroom mirror. You can enhance the bathroom with soft lights that are great for those times you just want to soak in the tub and relax. A Burbank electrician can install a dimmer switch that will allow you to control the amount of light that floods your bathroom. You can go for a little or a lot.

Wall lights that resemble the old fashioned candles are beautiful and really add character to the bathroom. Recessed can lights are also a great option for the bathroom and shed a great deal of light without taking up any head space. Another feature many enjoy is the heat lamp installed by an electrician. Burbank residents will love stepping out of the shower into a heated room. It is also great for keeping the humidity down in the bathroom, which will go a long way to preserving the paint and woodwork. Give The Electric Connection a call today and schedule your bathroom lighting renovation.