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The Ultimate Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist
Owning a home is a big responsibility. Not only are you responsible for things that break, but you also have the duty of maintaining and caring for your home throughout the year. It’s a big job, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. From scheduling inspections with...
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The Importance of Ongoing Electic Maintenance for Your Home
Electrical systems are part of our everyday lives. Think about it. From lighting to appliances to heating and air and even alarm systems, our households rely on electrical systems to get through basic daily needs. Like our cars or even our bodies, these systems...
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Choosing the Right Electrician for Your Project
Whether it’s your home, office or manufacturing building, ensuring your electrical needs are properly met is a number one priority. Finding the right person to do it is crucial, and there are some details you’ll need to discover before choosing your electrician....
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When Should my Business Upgrade its Lighting?
When it comes to lighting for your business, it can be difficult to know when to upgrade. Will LED lighting make that much of a difference in my business? How expensive will the upgrades be? Will they actually save me more money in the long run? To answer those...
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Avoid Fires – Electrical Fire Safety Tips
A Holiday Reminder from Shockley Electric According to the National Fire Protection Association, temporary wiring and electrical cords are responsible for over 25 percent of electrical system fires each year. Whether it is due to old, faulty wiring or...
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The Hazards of Extension Cords
Though we use them in our homes and offices frequently, and especially during the holidays, extension cords are surprisingly hazardous. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that about 3,300 residential fires originate with these cords each...
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