Spring has sprung, bringing with it warmer temperatures and greener grasses. For our homes, spring represents a time for cleaning out the cobwebs of winter and giving our electric bills a much-needed break as we require far less heating and cooling. There is a good chance that many of us take quite a few steps at home during the spring to ease the use of electricity and prepare for the heat of summer, but how are you taking advantage of the season at work? Read on →

Ahead of a vacation or work trip, your to-do list is likely pretty long. You have to clean, pack, stock up on supplies, plan for someone to take care of the pets, schedule someone to get your mail—the list could go on and on. Along with preparing yourself and your family, you should also spend some time preparing your home. You may already make a note on that ever-growing to-do list to take out the trash and close the garage, but there are a few other things you should do in order to keep your home safe while you are away. Read on →

We all know how frustrating something breaking in your home can be. You have to find and schedule someone to come out to fix it, all while working around whatever is broken in your home. Considering all the ways you will be inconvenienced can make trying to fix things yourself seem appealing, but when it comes to electrical issues, going DIY can be incredibly dangerous. Wiring issues could run deeper than you think and require a great deal of work in order to be completed correctly. Read on →

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 →