by Green Mellen | Nov 16, 2022 | Energy Efficiency, Residential
If you encounter an outlet in your home that’s hot, it’s a sign to take a closer look at what could be going on. Because a hot outlet can indicate a possible fire hazard, investigating the cause and fixing the problem should be a top priority. What are...
by Jon Shockley | Jul 11, 2022 | Energy Efficiency, Property Management, Residential, Shockley Electrical Services
Like the smoke alarm beeping in the middle of the night, light bulbs always seem to blow at the worst possible time—when you are deep into a great book, as you put dinner on the table, or midway through applying makeup. To make matters worse, you never seem to have a...
by Jon Shockley | Jun 13, 2022 | Commercial, Energy Efficiency, Property Management, Residential, Shockley Electrical Services
How long should light switches and electrical outlets last? It’s not a question you think about every day and for good reason! Light switches and electrical outlets can last for years under the right conditions. Read below to find out how to keep your light...
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 Jon Shockley | Dec 13, 2021 | Energy Efficiency, Property Management, Residential
These days, you can do just about anything from your smartphone: video chat with a friend, shop for groceries, read a book, or navigate safely to your destination. Increasingly, we are also using smart technology to control and monitor systems in our homes—from smart...
by Jon Shockley | Nov 15, 2021 | Energy Efficiency, Residential, Shockley Electrical Services
Temperatures are cooling. Leaves are falling. Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Autumn is here! The changing of seasons presents an ideal opportunity to assess your energy use and make sure your home or business is ready for the cold weather ahead. Here...
