Phantom electricity is power that is consumed by all those electronic appliances and devices you have in your home when they are either in standby mode or entirely turned off, but still plugged in. Phantom power, sometimes referred to as vampire or ghost power, is what keeps such things as your alarm clock going, your…
Homeowners looking to save money on their electric bills can quickly learn that small changes make an obvious difference and can certainly help to save energy and reduce their electric bills. Gervais Electric has some simple tips to share on how our valued clients can manage their utilities and save themselves a bit of money…
As the first rounds of electric vehicle batteries that hit the market in about 2010 begin to go into retirement, many users are finding unique ways to re-purpose electric vehicle batteries. Lithium-ion batteries, which are used in most electric vehicles, are still viable after they’ve been replaced with new batteries. The used batteries often have at least…
With the latest innovations in electric vehicles, many experts believe that electric cars are the future. The green movement across the country is strong and many believe in this technology to help control our carbon footprint and our negative impact on the environment. Are Americans ready for this type of change? When it comes to…
Homeowners across the board are constantly on the lookout for effective and efficient ways to reduce utility costs and increase energy savings. The professionals at Gervais Electric want to share some important cost-cutting tips with you. When you reduce the amount of electricity that you use in your home on a daily basis, it not…
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.…
Winter is in full swing and homeowners are often shocked by their increased electric bills. Many of us use a good deal more electricity in our homes during the frigid winter months, which can be quite costly if we’re not paying attention. From excessive use of the heating system to leaving lights on longer than…
