Spring is approaching and many families are feeling the fatigue of winter’s hardships. What better time to travel than now? Many families are just trying to get away from the cold. Booking a trip can be exciting, but have you ever arrived at your destination and said “where am I supposed to plug in my hair dryer?” or “how am I going to charge my phone?”

Let’s be honest, the last thing on your mind when packing for any vacation is bringing that adapter along with you. Often times we are such in a hurry to pack we tend to forget that not every country has the same outlets as we do.

Here are some easy steps to help you get organized while traveling and how to take the charge with you wherever you go.

In the US and Canada the average voltage is 120 volt per residential home. However, when traveling abroad the voltage is quite different. For example, Europe’s standard house will use 240 volt, which is substantially more voltage than the average North American home.

Before purchasing a travel charger or a universal adaptor always read the label on the back of the packaging to ensure you are getting the right voltage amounts for the right countries. Doing so will ensure you won’t end up with a damaged device, appliance or blown fuse.

Whether its bringing the spark alive in a relationship, or just traveling with friends and family, remember to bring the charge with you!

Did you know that there is more to the average electric fan than meets the eye? Fans of all types and styles do more than just cool you down; they actually circulate the air in your home, helping to keep humidity under control and prevent the air from becoming stagnant. Two types of fans accomplish these goals very well: attic fans and ceiling fans.

In your home, an attic fan installation can help you ventilate your attic space and even prevent the buildup of any gasses and fumes. Attic fans can be installed by an experienced and knowledgeable electrician. Burbank residents should, of course, be selective when it comes to who works on the electrical wiring in their home. Be sure to have your attic fan installed or replaced by a licensed and bonded Burbank electrician when the time comes. An attic fan is a worthwhile investment, and it can even help you keep humidity from building up and causing mold and mildew to form in your attic space!

Ceiling fans are by far the most common type of fans that an electrician installs. Your typical ceiling fan installations are quick and easy to install if there’s already existing power available at the ceiling fan location. Otherwise, more time and work would be required if new wiring is needed at the desired location.

Before you pick out your ceiling fans and have them installed, consider all of the factors involved such as what style best suits your décor, and precisely where you’ll want to have them placed. Ask yourself how difficult it might be for an electrician in Burbank to wire and/or hang the ceiling fans. For example, is there a support beam for the fan to be anchored to, or will it be “free floating” and only attached to the material of your ceiling? It is also important to think about how the air in your home will circulate once the fan is installed. This same line of thought can be applied to any type of ceiling fan that you would like to have installed, so keep these in mind when contacting a local electrician.

No matter what type of fan you choose or where you need to have it installed, check out the attic and ceiling fan services available at TheElectricConnection.com. Our level of commitment to excellence is consistent with every job we do, and we are continually building a base of satisfied customers that keeps on growing. Give us a call or visit us on the web to find out more about our services and how The Electric Connection can help you with installing the perfect fans for your home or business.

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While you’re gathering information to find the right electrician in Burbank CA, pay attention to how the electrician acts and makes you feel. If you meet with the electrician, keep your eyes open, too.

Do you like the Burbank electrician?

Do you feel comfortable and not under pressure?

Does the electrician inspire your trust?

Do the electrician and company employees seem to know what they’re doing?

Do they seem to operate legally and behave ethically? Are they acting the way that you would want them to act towards you?

Do they return phone calls promptly?

Are they timely when meeting you for appointments?

Do they listen to your questions and concerns and answer them in a way that is forthcoming and that you can understand?

Does the electrician dress neatly and have a vehicle and tools that look well-maintained?

Electricians who are bidding jobs are on their best behavior. If you already notice that an electrician treats you or others in ways that concern you, better to find another with whom you feel more comfortable.

Check It Out

If you haven’t already, check customer reviews. The first section of this article gives details.

Enter the Contractor’s License Number into the Contractor’s License Board website for your state. See if there are any “black marks.”

Check the company’s rating at the Better Business Bureau. Ratings run from A+ to F based on customer complaints made to the Bureau. As a note, an “A” reflects the same level of customer satisfaction as an “A+.” The “A+” is earned by an “A” contractor becoming a paying member of the Better Business Bureau, which supports the Bureau in its work.

Call References

Don’t hesitate to call references. Customers are usually happy to give a good recommendation to help a deserving electrical contractor. You can return the favor later should a homeowner call you. Ask:

How did your job go?

Was your job done right the first time?

If a return visit was needed, was the electrician easy to work with and prompt?

Was company pricing competitive?

Was the electrician within budget and schedule?

Would you be happy to continue to use this electrical company?

Speak with at least three references. Listen carefully for enthusiasm or lack of enthusiasm about the electrician. Clients, past or present, may not feel comfortable saying anything negative. If they express little enthusiasm or say something negative, take this into consideration when making your decision.

A Final Tip: Don’t Automatically Choose the Low Bid

A bid may be too low. How can that be? An electrician may intentionally omit items that the job requires, only to come back later saying that additional work needs to be done. On the other hand, some electricians may unintentionally bid low through inexperience. Either way, the electrician may ask for more money to finish the job or may leave you with an incomplete project.

Price is important, but judge the entire picture an electrician is showing you — character, expertise, the ease of working with him or her, and overall value. A large part of an electrician’s value is that he/she gets the job done right and safely without taking too much of your time and inconveniencing you. A very competent electrician can save you money by suggesting more efficient ways to do a job or to save on electricity. When you enjoy a good relationship with your Burbank electrician, it can save you both time and money.

Lately, there has been a lot of buzz about 3D projection mapping. I first heard about it from an electronic music enthusiast who plans to acquire projection mapping software and add this extreme visual component to his live shows. But many people were introduced to projection mapping from the coverage of the Winter Olympics in Sochi this year or from the viral video of projection mapping shown below, a pre-game show on the court floor at a Cleveland Cavaliers game. Prepare to be astonished.