Electricity is a truly amazing innovation that most of us take for granted. Can you imagine not having it? Sometimes we may forget how most people lived without it, not so long ago. Even at the turn of the 20th century, most Americans lit their homes with candles or gas lights and heated their homes…
Your home may already be equipped with an outdoor light or two. But maybe it doesn’t feel quite safe enough. If you want to feel a little safer in your home when you turn off the lights, choosing outdoor security lighting that’s operated with motion sensors may help. The right outdoor security lighting system can…
As most of us know, a dimmer is a simple electronic device that allows you to control the overall brightness of the lights in your home. To control your light dimmers, you can either opt to install a simple wireless control knob or you can install a switch onto a wall in your living space.…
If you are like most homeowners who take pride in decorating their homes with lights during the holiday season, then take time out to read these important tips about the hidden risks Christmas lights can bring. Gervais Electric, Inc. is committed and dedicated to providing all our valued clients with valuable information, quality products and…
GFCI stands for Ground-Fault Circuit Interruptions. GFCI outlets are specialized outlets that need to be placed in specific parts of your home. If you have been living in your home for years now and are unsure whether or not you have GFCI outlets installed, it’s important you contact our professionals at Gervais Electric and schedule a home…
As homeowners, we are always looking out for ways to improve energy savings while ensuring the safety and well-being of our families. If your home is experiencing flickering lights, most homeowners may think there’s a serious issue with their home’s electrical system. This is not always the case. Chances are, flickering lights may not be…
Since electricity is vital to every home and people rely upon it so much, it is important that you are aware of how to handle electricity safely. Electric shocks and home fires are not as rare as most people may think. To avoid these occurrences, homeowners should know how to prevent them in their efforts…
Most homeowners face many challenges and tasks concerning proper upkeep of their homes. Usually, effectively and consistently protecting electronics is not at the top of that list. However, there is a simple, no hassle solution! Surge protectors provide a surefire way of keeping electronics safe from the possibility of electrical damage due to unforeseen circumstances…
Commercial building owners are fully aware of the many problems that can occur and especially those that need the attention of a professional. Though there are many tasks and problems that the average handyman can take care of, problems with electrical wiring and other electrical issues should be trusted only to a licensed expert. You…
With the great progress in technology and a wide range of other innovative inventions, we are more reliant on electricity today than ever before. Once considered a luxury, electricity is now considered a basic necessity simply because nearly everything today works on electric power. Though electricity has its value and importance, it also is accountable…
