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Summer is a time for endless fun and gatherings. We all enjoy swimming in a backyard pool, cooking out on a grill, and lots of outdoor activities and fun. With summer in effect, it is important that homeowners give focus to electrical safety systems. You may ask why? The answer is simple. Summer is a time when everyone is constantly outdoors. And many are hanging out by backyard pools, which include electrical equipment and devices. With that said, it is important that you take proper steps to ensure the safety of your home, family, and guests.

 

Safety First and Foremost

We would all agree that whether summer or any other season, safety is by far the most important of all issues. Our team wants to share some very helpful safety tips for you and your family this summer. These electrical safety tips are sure to help you have a much more enjoyable and safe summer in the comfort of your very own backyard.

 

• Routine inspection – Be sure to have all your outdoor electrical equipment and appliances inspected by a professional electrician to ensure that everything is compliant and meets safety standards.

 

• Proper connections – Take steps to ensure that all your outdoor electrical connections, whether hot tubs or pools, are properly grounded.

 

• Never too many ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) outlets – It is imperative that you have GFCI outlets installed if the outlets are located near water. GFCI outlets are extremely sensitive and will trip the power near the water sources, avoiding electrical shocks.

 

• Take precautions – Be sure to keep all electrical appliances, equipment, and even electrical toys away from any water. If, however, an electrical appliance or toy becomes wet, do not touch it!

 

• Choose to use electrical devices that are battery operated when outdoors, if possible, rather than those that are electrical.

 

• Do not use indoor extension cords for any of your outdoor needs.

 

Enjoy a Safe Summer with Our Team of Professionals

 

Having some understanding of electricity can certainly make for a safer home and family. We have shared some useful tips with you here that can surely help to keep your family and friends safe this summer. If you are unsure of whether your outside electrical system is safe, then be sure to call in the professionals. Our team will perform a thorough inspection of your electrical safety system and identify any problems that may exist. We will provide effective solutions that ensure the safety of your home and family.

 

We want to be sure that all our valued clients can enjoy a long and safe summer, which is why we highly recommend scheduling an inspection of your outdoor electrical system. Our team of certified electricians takes pride in meeting the individual needs of all our clients, and in providing only the highest quality electrical parts and services this side of Franklin.

 

Why not make your summer a whole lot safer this year by reaching out to the pros here at Gervais Electric, Inc. Our team is steadfast in ensuring the safety of all our clients and their families. Whatever your electrical needs, rest assured our team has got you covered.

 

Summer is only days away now. To ensure your summer is safe and enjoyable take time out to schedule an inspection of your electrical safety system. We look forward to every opportunity to serve you and to providing you with all the confidence and security you need to know that your home and family are safe throughout every season, year after year. Whatever your electrical needs may be, including emergency electrical needs, trust the pros at Gervais Electric, Inc. Safety first. Call on our team today!

We have all probably heard the phrase “you get what you pay for.” This phrase holds true for hiring professional contractors as well. When you are looking to choose a professional electrical contractor, whether for a residential or commercial project, there are many factors to keep in mind. Choosing the right electrical company for all the right reasons rather than choosing just any electrical contractor or company for all the wrong reasons, can be the difference in receiving high quality as opposed to poor quality services.

 

When choosing an electrical contractor there are some important factors you should take into consideration. Quality services, certifications and licenses, workmanship, customer service, safety standards, value for your money, and customer satisfaction ratings are among the elements to focus on. Choosing the perfect contractor can certainly be a bit of a challenge. Many people are tempted to choose the contractor with the lowest bid. However, this could very well turn out to be a very costly and harmful decision. Why? Many times, these contractors use low-quality materials and neglect to follow safety regulations which can result in safety risks to your property. When a contractor lacks professionalism and ‘cuts corners’, you usually end up with unacceptable results. For this reason, go above and beyond when choosing a reputable electrical contractor for your home or business project and do the research! There are a number of key strategies we want to share with you which can help you to make the best choice.

 

HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

 

Certifications and Licenses – This is by far the most important components in your search. You want to be sure that the contractor you choose is accredited and approved by the United States Association of Electrical Contractors (USAEC). This association is made up of trusted and verified professionals who must undergo a difficult assessment process to prove they meet with the associations’ high standards before they can be registered. An individual or company that is not certified, can end up compromising your safety and costing you a good deal of money.

 

Safety Regulations and Standards – When hiring an electrical contractor, you want to be sure that they work to the highest electrical safety regulations and standards that must be met, whether for residential or commercial projects. A professional contractor will not only be aware of these standards but will perform all work to the required standards. Whereas a nonprofessional is apt to not even be aware of the regulations and standards.

 

Quality Workmanship and Performance Excellence – There are many contractors who will put more emphasis on quantity rather than quality, which accounts for poor workmanship and performance. When choosing the best electrical contractor, it is important to seek out a company that values workmanship and performance and presents with a professional image. A nonprofessional, or a contractor with less integrity and concern for performance, is apt to take short cuts resulting in poor workmanship and may leave behind a mess for you to clean up, literally and financially. Quality workmanship and performance excellence both play a significant role in identifying a reputable professional.

 

Customer Service and Customer Satisfaction Matter – A reputable contractor will work alongside clients to resolve electrical issues efficiently and effectively. Superior customer service fits the criteria for overall customer satisfaction and includes several factors. From punctuality and reliability, professional mannerisms, good personal presentation, and a clean worksite, to providing work plans and project estimates in advance, respect of property and individuals, and an acceptable project completion timeline, the factors to consider are many.

 

Client Testimonials and Reviews – A reputable electrical contractor will have an array of clients who can attest to their work performance. They typically host testimonials and feedback on their website or social media platforms, where nonprofessionals might now. Customer testimonials can play an important role in choosing a trusted contractor.

 

SUMMING IT ALL UP

 

If you are looking to hire an electrical contractor, it’s important you spend time researching. With so many individuals and companies masquerading as experienced electricians these days, your search can be a rather challenging one. However, being informed helps make your decision easier. Let’s not forget how we started, “you get what you pay for.” So be diligent in your search and take ample time to ensure your electrician of choice showcases overall professional standards and ethics and meets with the requirements you are looking for.

 

Gervais Electric, Inc. is a top-rated, highly reputable electrical contractor who has earned the title of Nashville’s Trusted Electrical Service Professionals. Our team is steadfast in the commitment to provide only the highest quality, professional services to all our valued clients.  As a result of our commitment, we have come to be billed as your go to company in Nashville and the surrounding areas, for all your electrical needs. Don’t be fooled. If you are in need of a residential, commercial or industrial electrician then look to the trusted pros here at Gervais, Electric, Inc.

 

Homeowners are all constantly looking for ways to improve the appeal, functionality, appearance, and value in a home. There are certainly any number of home improvement projects you can perform on your own. When performing a basement remodeling project, though there are many upgrading tasks that you can personally perform, electrical wiring of any kind should be left up to the professionals. Whether you are upgrading your basement by adding a laundry room or bathroom, or adding on an entire in-law apartment, don’t take chances. Rather, leave all the wiring to licensed professional electricians who possess all the knowledge, experience and certifications needed to perform high-quality wiring repairs and upgrades.

 

Hidden Problems May Arise

 

When remodeling your basement, the current electrical wiring may have a number of hidden problems to address. From existing water damage to failed codes and standards, hidden problems can pose a major threat to you and your home.  A licensed electrician will be able to identify existing and potential problems and not only perform a thorough inspection of the problem areas, but also provide effective solutions to the problems at hand.

 

The Professionals Know Best

 

As we all know, electricity and water do not mix. For this reason, when remodeling your basement to add a laundry room or bathroom, it is important to have a licensed professional handle the electrical wiring to avoid electric shocks, electrical system failures, or the risk of fires. Whenever a remodeling project involves both electricity and water, a professional will know every precautionary step to take before starting the project and will engage all safety measures when performing necessary upgrades. They can also assess your project and advise whether or not your project is feasible and suited to your specific home and needs. A licensed electrician will ensure the proper layout, installation, and functionality of your electrical wiring.

 

In addition to the many safety benefits of having a professional electrician handle your basement remodeling project, they also provide you with all the peace of mind, confidence and security you need to know that your remodeling project has been performed to all safety standards. Hiring a professional allows you to get the job done right the first time around without having to take unnecessary risks with your own health and the safety of your home and family.

 

Our Team Stands Ready to Meet All Your Electrical Wiring Needs

 

Gervais Electric, Inc. and our team of highly skilled and experienced electricians, takes tremendous pride in providing the highest quality electrical products and services to all our valued clients. Our team is steadfast in their commitment to meet the individual needs of clients and in offering not only affordable prices, but timelines that are accommodating to their schedules and needs. We take pride in our simple mission statement of 100% customer satisfaction and strive to deliver products and services that will simply not be matched by any of our competitors.

 

For more information about electrical wiring for your basement remodeling project or any other electrical project in your home, trust Gervais Electric, Inc. and our team of licensed professionals.  Simply give us a call to schedule your service appointment, schedule a free consultation, or to obtain a free estimate on your home improvement project. We look forward to serving you and to ensuring the overall health and safety of your home and family season after season, year after year. Don’t delay. Reach out to our trusted team of electricians today!

Whether it’s for appliances, computers, televisions, or a wide range of other items, electricity is a necessity in our daily lives. House fires and even electrocutions occur often because of faulty electrical wires and outlets in a home. It’s important to ensure the overall electrical safety of all the electric components in your home and ensure that they are all up to code for the overall safety of your home and family.

 

If your home is an older home, chances are the wiring is old and the circuit breakers in the home may not be equipped with the most modern features to maintain the best safety standards. Having the electrical system in your home assessed for safety will not only ensure an effective and efficient electrical system, but will also help to ensure the safety of your family.

 

SCHEDULE AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY ASSESSMENT AND CHECK UP

 

Homeowners should schedule an electrical safety assessment and check up with their trusted electrician to establish the safety condition and status of any electrical system. If there are problems that exist, your electrician can troubleshoot and offer effective solutions. An adequate inspection is always recommended when buying a new home, but it is also recommended if you have been living in your own home more than 25 years. A certified, experienced electrician can perform a thorough analysis, assessment and system inspection to identify any areas of concern, and suggest ways to ensure a much safer electrical system.

 

MAKE CERTAIN THE OUTLETS AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS ARE UP TO DATE AND SAFE

 

Your electrician can explain the importance of up-to-date circuit breakers and outlets. Circuit breakers protect the wiring in your home and your appliances by helping to avoid power surges that can ultimately cause serious permanent damage or fires. An inspection of the circuit breakers in your home will also ensure that your electrical system is working properly, and all is safe.

 

BE SURE THAT YOUR HOME’S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS UP TO CODE AND STANDARDS

 

The best way to ensure that your system is up to code is to rely upon a professional licensed and certified electrician to perform an electrical safety inspection of your home, as well as any repairs or installations. When you rely on individuals who are not licensed and certified, you are at risk of minimizing the overall safety of your home, the proper functionality of your home’s electrics, and the overall value of your home. Always use a licensed professional whenever you have issues with your electrical system.

 

STAY ALERT AND BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR ANY POTENTIAL DANGERS OR HAZARDS

 

There are a number of potential issues that can occur with the electrics in your home. It is important that you stay alert and can recognize any such hazards. For instance, circuit breakers that consistently trip or old wiring that is beginning to fray are potential hazards that should be addressed immediately. If a newly installed appliance is not working properly, this could present a potential hazard as well. Whatever the situation may be, if it looks or seems potentially dangerous or out of whack, then reach out to a professional electrician right away. Never attempt to resolve electrical problems on your own since it can prove to be very dangerous to not only your home but your family as well. A safe, effective, and efficient electrical system is vital to the overall safety and well being of your home and family, so be sure to reach out to a professional electrician to perform any troubleshooting or electrical repairs. Relying upon a professional electrician provides you with the peace of mind in knowing that your electrical issues are in the hands of professionals who can provide the most effective solutions each time, every time.

 

FRANKLIN’S TRUSTED TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS

 

Gervais Electric, Inc. has come to be known as the go to company for all your electrical system needs. Whether electrical safety inspections, repairs, analyses or assessments, our team has got you covered. For all your home electrical needs, be sure to reach out to our dedicated team who is steadfast in providing you with only the highest quality electrical products and services. Don’t delay. Schedule your inspection and analysis today!

We all have the need for a professional electrician at one time or another, whether in our homes or our businesses. Choosing the highest quality professional electricians can be somewhat of a challenge and even stressful. Sometimes businesses professing to staff skilled electricians will offer “unbeatable, low prices”, and even immediate turnaround times. This can, in some cases, turn out to be a scam, an unlicensed electrician, or a business that doesn’t have much experience.

Professional electricians, on the other hand, are not only licensed but hold specific certifications and have completed extensive hours of schooling and training that is required to become certified and licensed. With appropriate schooling and training, and achieving specific licenses and certifications, customers can be sure they are receiving high quality and extremely safe and compliant services from skilled professionals. Consumers should always keep these simple but important thoughts in mind when looking to hire an electrician for their home or business property needs.

Electricians are required to go through extensive training to ensure that all work they perform meets with building and electrical codes as well as city, town, and local rules and regulations. All work performed by professionals must be up to code at all times, and all permits must be pulled in advance of performing any electrical work. The training required of electricians provides consumers with the peace of mind that work performed is certified and warranted, and that it meets with all OSHA and safety requirements.

Working with electricity, as we all know, is incredibly dangerous. With that said, proper training provides consumers with the comfort of knowing that electrical accidents or injuries are apt not to occur. However, if they do, then rest assured that trained professional electricians have all the appropriate insurance coverage in place to cover any damage or destruction that occurs. Skilled professionals will always take appropriate safety measures when performing electrical tasks. However, if an individual is not certified or licensed, there is a chance that mishaps and extensive damage can occur. For this reason, it is critical to research in depth the background, reputation, licensing, and certifications of any potential electrician you are thinking of hiring.

Gervais Electric has been recognized time and time again as one of the best all-around electrical contractors in the Middle Tennessee area, and continues to be recognized today for superior products and services provided throughout the region. If you are in the market for a professional electrician and contractor, then look no further.

Our team of highly skilled, licensed, and experienced electricians is all about our clients. Our clients are our number one priority as is the safety of their homes, families and businesses. Because of our steadfast commitment to our clients and to safety, we have come to be recognized as your go-to company for any electrical need. Hiring professional electricians is essential to the overall safety of your home and business. For all of your electrical needs, be sure to put your trust into the hands of our professionals. We are truly among the best in the industry. We look forward to serving you with all of your residential or commercial electrical needs and to providing you with the highest quality products and services. Whether you are in need of an electrical inspection, wiring upgrades, or a new circuit breaker installation, we are most definitely the team for you. Reach out to one of our staff to schedule your service appointment today.  From our family to yours, we send along wishes for a prosperous year ahead!