Electrical Requirements for Industrial Kitchens
If you own or operate a hotel, restaurant, medical facility, or any other commercial business that involves the creation and serving of food, it is essential that you become familiar with the electrical requirements associated with industrial kitchens. In short, what...
Why is Electrical Maintenance in Your Business So Important?
Inadequate maintenance of electrical systems is considered to be the leading cause of poor levels of energy efficiency, equipment breakdown, and business interruption. By establishing and executing a program with a focus on electrical maintenance, equipment failures...
What Causes Lights to Flicker?
Flickering lights are not only troublesome to those who depend on the lighting, but also quite challenging to resolve. This stems from the fact that most do not understand the underlying cause or potential causes of the issue. Flickering lights may be exceptionally...
Generator Maintenance
Generator maintenance is essential to ensure the smooth operation of your business during power outages. Generator systems – used for prime or emergency power – are a critical component to the successful operation of your business. To ensure that these systems provide...
Common Electrical Problems That Occur During the Winter Months and How to Resolve Them
Now that the cold air has blown in, utility expenses are starting to increase. Even homes that use alternative forms of heating – such as natural gas, wood, and oil – are noticing an increase in electrical costs. Not only are individuals staying indoors more, the days...
Is Commercial Wiring Different from Residential?
While commercial and residential wiring may appear to be similar, there are distinct differences between the two. Naturally, commercial structures have a higher electrical load demand, unique energy needs, and a completely different setup than residential structures....
Signs It’s Time To Upgrade Your ElecTrical System
Safety within the workplace is and should be a priority for both the employer and the employee. An electrical accident could result in irreparable consequences. The electrical system in your business poses many hazards. By knowing the signs that it is time to upgrade...
Hire a Commercial Electrician
Need an Electrician at Your Business or Industrial Organization? Bypass the Residential Electrician and Go for the Commercial or Industrial Electrician An electrician is an electrician, right? Can’t a residential electrician perform the same work as a commercial or an...
When Should I Call an Emergency Electrician?
Experiencing electrical issues relatively common. It may prove to be exceptionally difficult in deciding when to make the call for an emergency electrician. The decision often comes with a high level of hesitancy; however, many electrical issues are more serious than...
Emergency Lighting Inspections
Emergency lighting systems, exit signage, and emergency exit doors are considered to be the most important of all safety features and devices utilized in today’s businesses. Others include fire alarm units, water sprinkler units, and security systems. While all are...
The Difference Between a Main Panel and Subpanel, and How to Use Them
A main panel is an installed box where the power from the utility company enters the premises. A subpanel is an installed features that acts as a middle ground for the main panel and other types of circuits that are connected to your property. In this brief guide, we...
DIY Electrical Repairs May Save Money, But Result in a High Risk of Expense, Injury and/or Death
If you own and/or operate a business, you may run into maintenance tasks and repairs that you are tempted to handle on your own. Not only does this save money, but – depending on the task that needs to be done – it may save time, too. In many instances, it is...
Full-Service Commercial Electrician Coverage Required at All Medical Facilities
If you own, operate, or manage any type of medical facility within the United States, you are required to a high level of compliance in terms of legislations, laws, policies, procedures, and guidelines. It does not matter if you are responsible for a hospital, a...
Why You Should Hire a Commercial Electrician for Your Office
The electrical needs within an office environment are often considered to be quite complex. By hiring a commercial electrician, not only will you find that the professional is invaluable in handling all electrical components, maintenance, and repairs, you will also...
How to Be Prepared for a Power Outage
Now that spring has sprung, unpredictable weather issues and associated power outages are sure to follow. In addition to this, short-term issues such as downed power lines, blown transformers, and internal wiring and electrical problems may result in power outages....