Tag: Southwest Florida electrician
How to Identify and Prevent Common Electrical Hazards
Many homeowners are unaware of the dangers that come with faulty wiring, electrical overload, and outdated or damaged outlets. Understanding the risks associated with electrical hazards is the first step to avoiding them. In this blog post, we will take a look at the most common electrical hazards and provide you with tips on how
Energy Efficiency Tips Before Summer Bills
Best Home Services Keeps Your Home Cool and Wallet Happy! As the days get longer and the heat drags on, many homeowners are beginning to worry about the inevitable spike in energy bills. Summer, with its high temperatures, often results in increased energy usage, particularly due to cooling needs. However, there are ways to prepare
Types of Landscape Lighting to Spruce Up Your Yard
As the sun goes down and the darkness engulfs your backyard, does it leave you feeling like something is missing? You’ve spent all this time crafting an enjoyable space outdoors, it’s only right that everyone can see it at night too! Enhancing your outdoors with well-placed lighting not only adds to its functionality but also
Replace These Recalled Electrical Panels ASAP
Electrical panels installed in your house provide the primary distribution point for the electrical flow to your appliances and outlets. However, some residential and commercial models of electrical panels have been recently recalled, and some of them could put your home or business in danger of a fire. Our team at Best Home Services explains
Do Your Smoke Detectors Need to be Replaced? Here’s How to Tell
If you notice a high-pitched “chirp” coming from your smoke detectors, it could mean that their battery life is drained. But it could also mean that your smoke detectors are nearing the end of their lifespan. We all know that smoke detectors are crucial in preventing fire deaths and injuries, but did you
Why Install a New Ceiling Fan
If you are planning to install a new ceiling fan in your home, you might be wondering if it is a project that you can tackle on your own, or if you should get the help of a professional electrician. To help you decide, our electricians at Best Home Services discuss the benefits of installing
How to Choose a Backup Generator for Your Home
If you have never experienced a prolonged power outage, you can count yourself lucky—especially living here in hurricane-prone Florida! When the power goes out harsh temperatures can make every minute inside your home uncomfortable. Not to mention endanger children, senior adults, and pets. The good news? You can avoid the inconveniences of a power
Common Household Electrical Problems
Many of us frequently take electricity for granted. You simply turn to the closest switch or outlet when you need it, and there it is, available and waiting all the time. We cannot live without the electricity that illuminates our homes, keeps us comfortable, and powers all of our modern conveniences. Yet, electricity can
Permanent Backup Generators 101
If you have ever experienced an extended power outage during a storm or utility equipment failure, you know that it can be extremely uncomfortable. Around here, you never know if the power will be out for hours or even days. A permanent backup generator can supply your home with temporary power to keep your family preoccupied – we mean, comfortable – until the power comes back on.
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