Spring is in the air! Since the warmer temperatures will be upon us soon enough, it means we are finally able to take our fun outdoors. At Teems Electric, we want to help you set the stage this season by improving the lighting outside your home. Let’s take a look at a few ways you can incorporate different lighting aspects into your landscaping: String Them Up String lights are a great way to add lights outside while still remaining within your budget. Read on →

Are you tired of seeing your electric bill go up every single month? We don’t blame you! But what if you are the reason for the increase each month? Our team at Teems Electric wants you to be aware of the “energy vampires” that might be lurking in your home and causing your electric bill to rise month after month. Where Can You Find Energy Vampires? The U.S. Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory states that an appliance constantly takes up to one watt of electrical current, which equals out to 9kWh each year. Read on →

Did you know that according to the U.S. Department of Energy, most American families spend around $2,200 each year on their energy bill, a large portion of which is attributed to heating and cooling the home? In the winter, the average home spends around $100 more in energy, which can definitely cause a blow to any person’s budget. While our team at Teems Electric doesn’t want to leave you out in the cold this winter season, we also don’t want to see you paying an arm and a leg. Read on →

When the weather outside is frightful, you want to make sure your home is delightful, which means making sure your heating unit is working to its full potential. The best way to keep your heating unit working strong all winter long is to take steps to maintain it throughout the year. Our team at Teems Electric wants to offer you some tips on how you can add years to the life of your heating unit. Read on →

Whether it has been a while since your home’s electrical panel has been upgraded or signs of trouble have caused you to think the time has come to upgrade the electrical panel in your home, the team at Teems Electric is here to lend you a helping hand. Did you notice over the holidays that you did not have as many electrical outlets as needed? Do you find your breaker going out more often than not? Read on →

By now, you’ve probably written down your goals for the new year when it comes to your business. Is one of the goals to save money? If so, our team at Teems Electric has an idea on one way you can help your business start saving more money in 2019—and it starts with energy efficiency. Reach Your Energy Goals While Saving Money Who doesn’t want to save more money month after month? Read on →

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…to start getting in the habit of saving energy—and money. That’s why our team at Teems Electric wants to share some tips on how you can lower your energy costs this winter: First, you want to make sure you are checking the temperature on your hot water heater. Many units suggest setting the temperature at 120 or 140 degrees, but your unit’s manual should include the optimal temperature for your specific model. Read on →

According to Move.org, more than 35.5 million people living in the United States move every year. If you’re making a move in the near future, we have one item to add to your to-do list—an electrical system inspection. When you’re moving into a new home, the last thing you want is to expose your family to electrical hazards. That’s why our team at Teems Electric recommends this vital inspection and wants to share some insight about potential hazards. Read on →

Who says colder temperatures need to turn up the heat on your energy bills? Not us! Our team at Teems Electric wants to help you start saving money by making your home more energy-efficient this winter. Read on for a look at a few ways you can do just that: Adjust the Thermostat First, you want to start by lowering the thermostat at least four degrees in order to save as much as 10 percent on your electric bill each month. Read on →

When setting up your office building, did you think about how the lighting could affect your workers? Believe it or not, bad lighting is actually a common complaint among office workers. Make sure it isn’t a complaint among your employees by allowing our team at Teems Electric to handle your company’s electrical needs! Let There Be Light! The type of lighting you choose for your office is extremely important. Therefore, it is important to consider your options: Read on →