One of the questions we’re frequently asked is, “How do I know if I have to replace a light switch in Fairfax, VA?” And that’s a very good question, because most of us don’t think twice about flipping a switch on or off. However, it’s critical that you make sure your light switches are in good working order, because not doing so is likely to end in injury, especially because flipping a switch is an automatic action.

Just think about it: you come home in the dark, and the first thing you do is switch on the light. Or if you wake up in the middle of the night and need to go to the bathroom. That’s three light switches you have to navigate while being barely awake (the one in your bedroom; in the hallway; and in the bathroom). Same thing if you enter your garage on a winter morning: you’re focused on getting in your car and getting to work safely—not on the possibility of getting an electric shock from a faulty light switch.

Signs You Need to Replace a Light Switch in Fairfax, VA

So how can you tell if your light switch needs replacing? Pay attention to the following signs:

If you notice any of these signs, it’s time to call us! The sooner you call, the better, because a faulty light switch can cause electrical shocks (which can in the worst case be fatal!) and electrical fires that can destroy your home and injure your family or worse—cost them their lives. So be responsible, and call Beacon right away!

The Seattle Mariners may have just upped their game when they retrofitted their clubhouse with an LED lighting strategy focused on intensifying the moods, energy levels and performance of their players.

In an article published in Architectural SSL, Stan Walerczyk highlights five core areas of our life where lighting effects human physiology and performance:

Circadian Rhythms — a case study by Ephesus Lighting, when the University of Phoenix replaced their metal halide fixtures with LEDs, they experienced a 75% reduction in energy consumption, a statistic that probably took the sting out of the initial investment. The long-term benefits of LED lighting (less maintenance, a reduced carbon footprint) offer less in the form of immediate gratification, but trickle their gifts throughout future generations.

While Nokesville and the surrounding areas don’t usually receive significant snowfall during the winter, it’s still important to prepare for the worst. Depending on the severity of a storm, snowfall can be accompanied with heavy winds, icing, freezing rain, and sleet. In the next few weeks, we’re supposed to have inclement weather; make sure you’re ready! We’ve put together some tips to help you power through a winter storm so that you can have peace of mind.

If severe weather is headed your way, pay attention to your local news stations. They will keep you in the know on everything, from the current weather conditions to which roads and highways are closed, as well as areas experiencing power outages.

Preparedness is key. When you have the necessary tools and plans to get through a winter storm, you won’t feel as stressed or that you’re without. Of course, when it comes to natural disasters, there are some things that are simply out of your control; however, it is better to be proactive so that when it comes time to be reactive, you’re ready.