by Green Mellen | Aug 16, 2023 | Energy Efficiency
In 2021, the average annual electricity consumption for a U.S. residential utility customer was 10,632 kilowatt-hours (kWh), or about 886 kWh per month. Depending on where you live and the weather patterns in your region, it can be less or more. For example, the US...
by Green Mellen | Jun 12, 2023 | Residential, Shockley Electrical Services
As we move into the slower days of summer (and summer storms!), it can be a perfect time to perform an annual electrical safety check of your home. There are a few simple steps any homeowner can take to ensure the home’s electrical system is safe and functional. ...
by Green Mellen | May 15, 2023 | Energy Efficiency, Residential, Shockley Electrical Services
At the beginning of the pandemic in 2020, a large number of workers who were able to do so began working remotely from home offices. Although many have returned to their corporate offices at least part-time, remote work has become commonplace, and it appears here to...
by Green Mellen | May 16, 2022 | Energy Efficiency, Property Management, Residential
It’s something that was drilled into my head as a kid: “Turn off the lights when you leave the room! You’re wasting electricity!” But is that just a thing dads say? How much truth is there to the claim? My sister was convinced it took more electricity to...
by Green Mellen | Feb 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
The holidays are officially behind us, and the new year continues to unfold. With early nights and weeks of cold weather ahead, it can be easy to leave up those pretty Christmas lights for as long as possible. But just when should your Christmas lights come down?...
