It’s no secret that incandescent, fluorescent, and equivalent LED fixture. In California, Pacific Gas and Electric gives a $250 rebate for a 321- to 500-watt LED replacement for a high-bay fixture. Other utility companies will offer energy-savings-based rebates by each watt reduced or custom rebates, which require an energy audit. Products must be listed in DLC’s QPL to qualify for rebates. Contact your local utility company to verify participation in the rebate program or for a complete list of incentives and qualified products.

Purchasing an LED product on DLC’s QPL is rewarding in more ways than one; immediate energy savings and increased longevity are the most widely known benefits. DLC rebates are offered as an extra push toward quality lighting technologies. Incentives such as this one can be helpful in establishing a more sustainable, energy-conscious society.

A comprehensive list of rebates per state/province can be found for a list of our DLC-listed products.

Through the work week between the hours of 9 to 5, many mega watts of electricity is fed into offices and commercial buildings all over the world. These are places where productivity is vital and electricity is critical for the productivity to exist. Whether renting, leasing, or own an office building, here is a checklist of items for consideration that will improve the efficiency of electricity running throughout the office

Some office buildings can have hundreds of workstations on each floor. Each workstation can include monitors, computers, printers and other electronic devices. A bad situation develops when there are insufficient numbers of power outlets, and the only solution is to add and chain extension cables. Often this can lead to overloading the electrical circuits, damage electronics and create a risk of electrocution. If you find that there are not enough power outlets for your workspaces, have a licenced electrician inspect the office space and install new ones. A professional will be able to determine how much load can go on each circuit without causing strain on the circuit breaker.

If the workspace lighting is inadequate, workers may find it straining on their eyes and can ultimately create an unwelcoming work environment. Through proper lighting design the office space can become more efficient and pleasant to work in. Upgrading your light fixtures with more efficient bulbs can lead to better lighting and lower electrical costs each month.

An office building should also be equipped with the appropriate outdoor lighting. This will improve building safety by providing lighting at building entry points, but also keep employees feeling safe while exiting the building during the night. Read more about office lighting.

The worst thing that can happen for productivity is an electrical outage. Without the use of computers and printers, an electrical outage can bring a business to its knees. Equipping an office building with a backup generator adds a layer of protection against these types of situations. As soon as power stops flowing to the building, the generator will activate and continue providing power to workstations. This is helpful to prevent loss of work and provide some extra hours of productivity. While your office still may remain without internet services, the extra time can be used well to finish up tasks and plan for any additional power outages. Read more about standby generators.

Whether you are in charge of a building, or your own office’s workspace, make sure that your building is running safely and efficiently. Investing in the right lighting and generator can be a wise investment to keep productivity up in the long dark hours of the winter. For more information on office electrical or to schedule an inspection from one of our licensed electricians, contact your local Expert Electric.

Capitol Lighting created a friendly competition challenging local designers to create one-of-a-kind bathroom spaces and put a call out to all Northern New Jersey-area interior designers to participate. Two top designers were chosen out of numerous applicants to compete in the unique challenge of remodeling the men’s and women’s bathrooms at the company’s Paramus showroom — one of which will be crowned the “Thronedown” champion. The finalists were chosen based on previous work and have been given a $2,000 project budget with lighting supplied by Quoizel and Feiss.

Anna Maria Mannarino- Mannarino Designs, Inc.

Fixing things around the house is one of the joys of home ownership. It makes you feel accomplished and you can save a ton of money. It is a lot of work sometimes, but the excitement of tackling something that makes you feel a little more a part of your home is thrilling. Unfortunately, not every home improvement project or little fixes here and there are things you should attempt to take on if you don’t have the knowledge and training. Electrical work is one of those things. A Santa Monica electrician, like those at The Electric Connection, wants to warn you of some of the dangers you face when you take on a job that is above your skill level.

1-Property damage is a very real possibility when you attempt to fix something you are not really trained to repair. Messing around with electrical wiring can result in frying certain appliances or even melting the wires behind the walls. You would need to replace expensive appliances and possibly have to rewire that section of your home.

2-Fire is probably one of the most common problems associated with somebody unfamiliar with electrical work doing repairs they shouldn’t be. Melting wires or wires that are not connected properly can cause a spark that will set off a devastating fire. It is always best to hire a professional electrician. Santa Monica residents can feel safer knowing the wiring was taken care of by somebody who has been trained in the field.

3-Injury to the person doing the work is another very real possibility. Electrical shock can be deadly.

4-Nullifying home owner’s insurance policy may happen if an unlicensed person complete the work and a fire or other property damage occurs.

Don’t take the chance. Call The Electric Connection today and hire a licensed electrician to take care of your home’s electrical needs.