Are you looking for more security in your home? Look no further than Kolb Electric’s supply of security lighting! Although our lighting is dependable and will increase your security, it may not be best for everyone. Find out if you could see benefits from our security lighting below!

Call Kolb Electric today at 877-287-1179877-287-1179 to install security lighting in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC!

The benefits of security lighting go beyond deterring would-be criminals. If you’re on the fence about outdoor lighting, consider the following benefits:

Low voltage security lighting can be set to turn on automatically when it gets dark and shut off again when the sun comes back up. And while this lighting doesn’t use a lot of energy, if you’re concerned with wasting electricity you can also install motion detecting lights that will automatically light up an area in response to movement.

For all your security lighting needs in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC, contact the electricians at Kolb Electric today— 877-287-1179877-287-1179 or click here!

“I want to be thoroughly used up when I die, for the harder I work, the more I live.  I rejoice in life for its own sake.  Life is no brief candle to me.  It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got hold of for the moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.”-George Bernard Shaw  This quote is one by which Hy Goldman lives.

Whether by association to the torch and the carrying of light, these words are powerful and reminiscent of a work ethic that elevates life to divine heights.

Hy Goldman celebrates his birthday at Benvenuti Ristorante in East Hanover. Pictured here with treasured friend, Gloria Schwartz, grand-daughter of the late Ethel Lebersfeld.  Ethel Lebersfeld hired Hy on June 1, 1941.  He has worked for Capitol Lighting ever since.

In this day and age of the perpetual search for an easier life, more leisure time and the latest frivolity, we hold dear to the depth of character and bright quality of a life that continues to sustain a great worker and humble man who lights up our lives.

Hy Goldman celebrates family and an outstanding career.  He said he will retire on his 100th birthday this Saturday August 17, 2013, but time will tell!  We intend to keep him shining brighter than a Capitol chandelier.

Hy with Donna Costello, a recently “retired” Capitol Lighting star.   Donna Costello remains close in spirit to all who have been blessed to work with her.

Hy Goldman celebrates with friends and family.  Pictured with Adele Lebersfeld (standing), Max Lebersfeld (standing), Moya Goldman and  Stanley Goldman.

His family, son Stanley and daughter-in-law Moya, say that “Hy” is stubborn.  He stubbornly holds unto the values that keep him strong, and this may be the key to his longevity.  He wastes nothing and appreciates everything. “Every day is a gift,” he says with a smile and a quiet graciousness that uplifts the spirits of all who come to greet him.

Hy with Carol Saggiammo.  Carol recently celebrated her outstanding career with Capitol Lighting, and she is still going strong.

Governor Chris Christie officially acknowledges Herman “Hy” Goldman’s 100th birthday…

Hy Goldman at work:

He may be moving a bit slower than when he was 20, but he is at the top of his game in creativity and spirit!

Check out the latest “Hy Original Re-creations”…

A stunning crystal lamp brilliantly designed and reworked and wired into a magnificent one-of-a-kind piece.

The Tree of Light and Glass.  He has customers, as well as co-workers competing for his original works of art.

By Lindsay Mirick

When lightning strikes and thunder rolls, will you be prepared for the power surges that follow? When you think about storm proofing your home, power surge protection may not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, getting caught in a power surge during a storm without protection could leave you with some very expensive, very useless electronics. Mr. Electric has reasons why...

Many homeowners have the idea that surge protection is simply a matter of plugging their devices into a low-cost, multi-outlet surge suppressor. However, we all know that the cheapest option isn’t always the best option, and making exceptions can lead to more expensive consequences in the long run.

If you think about it, adding surge protection to your home costs very little in comparison to the replacement of your electronics. A single surge can follow any wire into a house and threaten televisions, computers, appliances, satellite systems, phone and cable lines, and any other electrical devices you can think of.

The cost of replacing a single large home appliance such as a washer or dryer will likely cost you double the investment of a whole house surge protector. According to the Insurance Information Institute, insurers paid over $673 million in lightning claims in 2013 alone. In the three years prior, approximately $1 billion was paid annually to policyholders.

Most people associate power surges with lighting strikes. However, many things both outside and inside the home can cause them. Outside the home, events such as power outages and power transitions in large equipment on the same power line can introduce damaging power surges on your electric lines. Inside the home reengaging trip circuit breakers or switching of pool pumps, AC units, and other devices with large motors can also introduce power surges onto your electric wiring. To effectively protect your home from these damaging surges, you need to implement whole house surge protection .

Ask yourself if can you afford to live without surge protection. A few hundred dollars isn’t much when you compare it to the cost of replacing some of your most cherished possessions, not to mention the inconvenience of living without them until they can be replaced.

Trust us to keep your valuables safe and let us power your tomorrow. Call Mr. Electric today!

A bath fan is one of those things we all take for granted. We assume every house has one in each bathroom. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. While you may simply chalk it up to a little something extra that isn’t really needed, it really is a necessity. A bath fan is a must have if you want to preserve the quality of the walls and flooring in your home. If you are wondering why, listen to your electrician. Beverly Hills homeowners can count on the experts at The Electric Connection to steer them in the right direction when it comes to taking care of electrical needs.

A bath fan pulls moisture out of the air that is generated by hot showers. You have probably seen the condensation on your mirror after a shower and maybe you have noticed your sink and countertops are damp. A quick wipe with a towel takes care of the obvious moisture, but what about the moisture seeping into your walls and floorboards?

This is a prime environment for mold. You have heard of the dangers of mold and how harmful it can be to your health. Not to mention, mold remediation services can be extremely costly and you may even be displaced from your home for several days.

A bath fan is a simple, inexpensive method of controlling the amount of moisture in your bathroom. Because it involves electrical wiring, you will want to hire an electrician. Beverly Hills homeowners would never trust one of their biggest investments to just anybody, and this is why you want a professional who knows how to safely and securely install a bath fan. Homeowners will have the option of choosing the right fan and will be pleased with the wide variety of fans available on the market today. If you are ready to add or replace an existing fan, give us a call today at The Electric Connection.