by Scott | Dec 25, 2019 | Backup Generator, Conserve Energy, Electric Repair
Backup generators are a great way to make sure your home has all the electricity, light, and heat it needs in the event of a power outage. Installing one isn’t a simple process which is why we recommend having a professional do it. Understanding the steps that go into...
by Scott | Jul 7, 2015 | Conserve Energy, Electrician Santa Rosa, Uncategorized, Wattage
After so many years of using incandescent bulbs for the majority of our lighting needs, people have come to rely on bulb wattage when selecting light bulbs. With CFL, LED and other kinds of bulbs now available, wattage has become less of a decisive factor. You can get...
by Scott | Jun 2, 2015 | Conserve Energy, Electrician Santa Rosa, Kill A Watt, Uncategorized
The P4400 Kill A Watt gathers data about your electricity usage so you can monitor consumption and gain insight to which of your appliances may be using too much energy. To use the Kill A Watt, all you need to do is plug it into your wall outlet and then plug the...
by Scott | Jan 20, 2015 | Ceiling Fan, Conserve Energy, Uncategorized
Do you let ceiling fans go untouched during the cold months? You might be missing out on both great comfort and lower energy bills. Here’s the basic idea: switch the direction of your ceiling fan blades in the winter. Working counter-clockwise, the blades will gently...
by Scott | Oct 7, 2014 | Ceiling Fan, Conserve Energy, Electrician Santa Rosa, Uncategorized
Ceiling fans provide enjoyable cooling with a fraction of the energy consumption caused by air conditioners. The power used by a ceiling fan varies depending on the model, the size, and the speed setting. Various units consume anywhere from 10 to over 100 watts per...
by Scott | Jul 22, 2014 | Conserve Energy, Electrical Tips, Electrician Santa Rosa, residential electrical repair, Uncategorized
Homeowners in Sonoma and Marin Counties who are interested in reducing their environmental impact should first look at air conditioning costs. Heating and cooling typically makes up at least half of our energy bills, so using less air conditioning means lowering...
