If you own, manage or work in a commercial building, you know that they draw a lot of power. Finding ways to keep both your energy use and your costs low is important in order to be as efficient as possible. There are lots of simple switches and choices you can make in order to maximize your efficiency and keep your electric bills low. You can even get the rest of your staff involved in order to ensure that everything possible is being done. Read on →

If you have walked through any large store, you have likely seen tags on kitchen goods, electronics and appliances that describe just how much energy you can save when you purchase these goodies. Energy efficiency is a pretty common topic of conversation these days—and why wouldn’t it be when it can mean cutting your costs? Lowering your monthly energy bill is something we all want, but are energy-efficient appliances really going to make that much of a difference? Read on →

When you have a business to run, the last thing you want to worry about is something that could come along and derail your production. Whether it is a warehouse, office or other commercial space you are working in, you want to be able to walk in and get through your day, every day. Commercial electrical fires can be completely devastating when they strike—and they can do more than just ruin a day; they could lead to a total business shut down. Read on →

Now that winter has arrived, we can finally put all of our blankets, sweatshirts and fuzzy socks to good use. You might also be pulling out the space heaters to help aid your heating system on those really cold mornings. But so carefully! House fires increase in frequency during the winter, and the majority of them are from improper use of heating devices. Winter storms also commonly knock out the power, sometimes for days at a time. Read on →

Is there such a thing as too many decorations? When it comes to the holiday season, the answer is definitely no! Even if you consider yourself a minimalist when it comes to holiday decorations, any time you put something requiring electricity outside or inside, there are safety measures you should keep in mind. House fires always increase in number this time of year, and many of them are from decorations that are inappropriately used. Read on →

If you looked around right now, how many things could you count that are using electricity? There is no doubt that there is a constant flow of electricity in our homes, and we rely pretty heavily on electrical items. We use electricity so frequently that it can be easy to forget about the dangers that come along with it. Electrical fires account for nearly 34,000 house fires every year. Read on →

What is your favorite season? Spring and fall certainly have some of the best temperatures, but summer brings with it a sense of freedom, while winter brings the sweet warmth of the holidays. All of the seasons have something to be excited about, but they also bring specific threats and challenges you need to prepare for. You might already do a whole lot to prepare your home each season, but how do you prepare at the office? Read on →

There are not very many of us in the South who love the idea of cold weather. For many of us, one of the biggest draws for living in this area isn’t just the sweet tea and southern hospitality—it is the extended spring and summer seasons and mild winter. We may all enjoy the occasional snow shower, of course, but for many of us the cold months are just a time to stay under the blankets and bump the heat up a few degrees. Read on →

Can you imagine a world without electricity? Perhaps when a storm rolls through, you think about the possibility of the power going out for a short time, but what would you do if something happened that led to a loss of electricity long-term? While there are natural disasters that we can’t do anything about that could cause long-term power loss, we can still take steps to protect our homes from power surges. Read on →

A lower electric bill is something we all want, and there are probably things you do on a daily basis to help cut your energy use. While taking steps toward being more energy-efficient can go a long way toward lower monthly bills, you can also get an extra boost during the change of the season. Fall brings us a lot of wonderful things, especially here in the South where our summers can get so incredibly hot. Read on →