Many people are under the impression a ceiling fan is best in the living room. That is the area where you spend the majority of your time and is likely the biggest. A ceiling fan can be a statement piece as well as a functional appliance in a home. It circulates the air and gives the room a fresh, airy feel. Doesn’t it make sense you would want to enjoy that luxury in other areas of the house as well? An electrician in Beverly Hills can help you make your bedroom, a den or even the patio a little more comfortable with the installation of a ceiling fan. The team at The Electric Connection is ready to help.

Ceiling fans are often equipped with lights as well. They serve dual purposes. A ceiling fan in the bedroom is soothing. The gentle whir of the blades provides that white noise that so many people appreciate. It also keeps the air fresh, especially in the summer. You will sleep better at night when you are cooler. Many of us sleep with the window open to get that fresh breeze, but sometimes, it just isn’t a good idea. A Beverly Hills electrician can install the fan for you and you will be sleeping better that night.

You can certainly pick the fan you like the best, but you will want to adhere some basic specifics. The size of the blades and the distance between the ceiling and the blades is important. You don’t want a fan that is too small for the room and a fan that is too big could look a bit like an eyesore. If you have vaulted ceilings, a fan with a remote is your best choice explains an electrician. Beverly Hills homeowners will love being able to turn the lights on or change the speed of the fan from the comfort of their bed. Give The Electric Connection a call today and schedule your bedroom fan installation.

With the spring weather lifting out spirits and encouraging us to get outside and take care of some of the little projects around the house, there are a few things you should know about electricity. Working outside or even inside will likely involve some kind of electricity. It is a good time to remind ourselves of some things we should do to ensure not only our own safety, but the safety of those in our homes and around us. An electrician in Burbank has some tips for you to stay safe this spring. You can count on The Electric Connection to answer any questions you may have about electrical safety.

Tip 1-Never use an indoor extension cord outside. Only use cords that are designated for outdoor use. These are the heavy-duty cords that are round and thick. Indoor cords are typically flat and thin.

Tip 2-To cut down on the use of extension cords outside, hire an electrician. Burbank residents can opt to have additional outlets installed outside to make it easy to plug in various power tools.

Tip 3-Only use the recommended wattage of light bulbs in all of your lights—indoors and outdoors. Keep bulbs away from surfaces to avoid a surface overheating and igniting.

Tip 4-Do not overload an outlet. Large power tools or appliances will typically need to be the only item plugged into an outlet.

Tip 5-If a breaker continually pops or if an outlet feels warm to the touch, call an electrician. In the meantime, avoid using the outlet and the outlet connected to the breaker. These are signs of trouble that can lead to an electrical fire if not handled quickly.

If you have electrical concerns or would like an electrician to take care of some of the items on this list, give The Electric Connection a call today.

Taking on a Thanksgiving get-together is no easy task, and if you’re going to do it, you might as well make it something guests will remember. Fortunately, making it memorable doesn’t have to be complicated. We have some simple LED lighting ideas that will help you dress up your home for the holidays.

Pendant lights are popular among many home designs. These versatile ceiling pendants unequivocally fit the bill in a variety of zones where points of light and design converge. Adding ceiling pendants over the kitchen island has been a design element we’ve seen and loved for a while, but interior designers and trendsetters are taking it a step further. We are starting to see designs incorporating unique, stylish pendants over dining tables, above the bath vanity, over the dressing table, by your favorite reading chair and over chic desks.

Whether your lighting design taste sways toward sparkling crystal or rustic farmhouse, selecting the correct size and number of pendants is key to creating a space that is both functional and beautiful.