Electric Vehicles (EVs) offer many advantages that their gas-guzzling counterparts do not: they are environmentally-friendly, they are easier and cheaper to maintain, and they are very quiet when they run. And since electricity is cheaper than gas; they are also more cost-effective. Once you make the decision to purchase an EV, you will then need […]
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Why LED Lights Are Better For The Environment
LED lighting is a solid-state lighting solution that has become more and more popular in recent years. These bulbs use light-emitting diodes (LEDs), polymer light-emitting diodes (PLED), or organic light-emitting diodes (OLED) to turn electricity directly into light; unlike CFLs, Neon lights, or Incandescent bulbs that burn gases using filaments. They’re affordable, reliable, and durable; […]
Preventing the Scourge of Power Surges
Because we live in a world of electricity, we tend to take it for granted: We plug our appliances, devices, and gadgets in, and electricity flows to power them. Then, it happens: you turn on your vacuum cleaner and a sudden fluctuation or change of voltage makes the lights flicker and momentarily dim, or a […]
When Do You Need to Replace Your Electrical Outlet?
Wall sockets are a ubiquitous part of any home. We use them every day to plug in and recharge our appliances and devices. It is because of their utilitarian nature that we usually take them for granted and rarely appreciate the important purpose that they serve in our daily existence. Without them, we wouldn’t be […]
Some interesting facts about LED Lighting
Chances are, the lights in your house right now are high-quality LED lights. LED lighting has become the popular choice; not only because they are brighter than your usual incandescent or CFL bulbs, but also because they are more energy-efficient. While we usually take LED’s for granted, there are actually a lot of fascinating things […]
Minimizing Your Home’s Vampire Load
Have your electric bills been steadily rising, despite the fact that you haven’t been using any extra appliances? Don’t look now, but the extra electricity you expend may be the work of a vampire: a Vampire Load, that is. The term “Vampire Load” is used to refer to the manner in which some electrical […]
Fun Facts about Light
The whole world and our entire lives revolve around light. It is the sun that wakes us up, and it’s the light bulb that keeps our days going through the darkest nights. Lights captivate us completely like fireflies are drawn to their hypnotic brightness. But there are still many fascinating facts about light that you […]
A Life Without Electricity
It’s hard to imagine life without one of what we modern humans consider as one of the basic needs – electricity. Our lives revolve around this crucial invention, sequentially making our existence so much easier and comfortable. Our way of life is so heavily dependent on electricity that it’s safe to say that we […]
Preparing for a Home Electrical Inspection
With proper electrical installations, electrical malfunctions in the home don’t happen regularly. But when they do, it may already be too late to prevent disaster. Wiretech Company are professionals at performing electrical inspections of both newer and older homes to help homeowners avoid the high cost of future electrical system problems and faulty wiring. An electrical […]
Protecting Your Home From Power Surges
Over the course of a single year, most homes will experience upwards of 300 power surges. That leaves only 60 days a year without a power surge! While most surges are minor, and have little effect or go unnoticed altogether, some power surges can cause serious damage to your home’s electrical systems, or appliances. Fortunately, […]