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Don't Be Left in The Dark. Check Out These Resources to Learn More About Home Electricity

Take a look at the links below for some great information on the basics of electricity, how to reduce your energy consumption, when you should have your service panel replaced, and what electrical terms you should be familiar with as a homeowner. Contact TAP and Sons Electric at (480) 507-2900 for additional assistance with these topics.

• Understand why most electrical work should be left to professional electricians on this page from AngiesList.com.
• Read this article from TodaysHomeowner.com to get an idea of how much switching to CFLs can save you money and energy.
• Read this page from ESFI.org for additional guidance on fire prevention, and learn how electrical fires are far more likely during the month of December than any other time of the year.
• To learn how to select a quality electrician, check out this article from AngiesList.com.
• Read this brochure from CPSC.gov for some invaluable information that can help you avoid hazards like electrical fires during holiday season.

Remodeling Your Home? If So, Don't Forget to Contact an Experienced Electrical Contractor

Remodeling projects often include plumbing and electrical adjustments, which is why it’s important to have experienced contractors handle the work. Anything from new lighting installations in the kitchen to service panel replacement should be handled by professional electricians.

Renovations typically involve electrical work, even on a small scale. If you’re planning on handling most of the work yourself, an electrical contractor is still necessary. Code compliance is vital for any renovation project, and this is especially true of electrical improvements, upgrades, or new installations. Trained electricians have the knowledge and resources necessary to ensure that your completed project will be up to code.

Choose a contractor with full licensing and insurance, and request free estimates. Having the electrician visit your home during the renovation can help you understand what work will be involved, which can in turn aid you in budgeting and planning. Local companies often have vast experience within the community, and can help you handle the electrical side of your renovation so the entire project can go as smoothly as possible.

A great electrician can also help you choose what improvements to make and what kinds of fixtures or lights to use in order to give you the most benefit in terms of appearance and energy savings. They can help with larger upgrades too, like choosing new appliances for your kitchen. You can consider other home upgrades like surge protection that offer a greater degree of functionality and safety for your electrical system.

TAP and Sons Electric, Inc. can give you the services you need including a lifetime service panel warranty so you can trust that your renovations will be powered reliably. Call us at (480) 507-2900 and let us help you renovate your Phoenix home by performing the necessary electrical work.

Why Your Business Needs Reliable Backup and Emergency Power

Monsoon season has passed, but the holidays are quickly approaching and they can present as much a risk for power outages as freak thunderstorms. Don’t let your business be left in the dark during an outage, losing money and customers. When installed by a qualified electrical contractor, standby generator systems can help your business can enjoy reliable, constant power and stay running even in a blackout.

Immediate Recovery

Standby generators activate the moment and interruption in the main power supply is detected. This is especially important for businesses that do a high volume of sales and those that depend upon constant operation. A lack of power can literally cripple your operations, and battery backup systems only last so long. Often, these kinds of backups consume power when they are not in use, and may not be the most cost-effective solution.

Lasting Power

Standby systems are directly connected to a fuel supply, as well as to your service panel. The moment a power interruption occurs, standby systems provide backup power for as long as necessary. These systems are robust enough to provide normal operations when appropriately sized for your business. Because standby generators activate immediately, there is enough time to save current projects and work, or to continue operating normally. In the event of an emergency that causes the power outage, backup power allows safe evacuation as well.

When your business delivers a service like internet, local power outages can leave your customers without service even if they continue to have power. You can avoid problems like these by choosing to have standby systems installed in your electrical system.

TAP and Sons Electric, Inc. can help you choose the right generator to suit your needs, whether you anticipate continuing operations during a power outage or need to have the opportunity to backup sensitive data. Visit us online for our full range of commercial services, or call us at (480) 507-2900 with questions.

Electrical Fire Causes $150,000 in Damage to Apartment Complex

Electrical fires can be costly. Beginning in the attic of a Las Vegas apartment complex, the fire in this video caused hefty damage and displaced residents in apartment rooms otherwise undamaged by the fire itself.

Many electrical fires can be caused due to a lack of maintenance, beginning in areas unseen and spreading until they are beyond control. One resident was unaware of the fire until she heard the noise of the fire trucks nearby, at which time there were already visible smoke and flames issuing from the complex. The building owners were left with $150,000 in damage while 14 residents were receiving assistance from the Red Cross due to damages directly to their homes or from displacement.

TAP and Sons Electric, Inc. can help keep your building safe. Let us maintain your electrical system and provide the inspections you need to ensure the safety of your residence and property. Call us at (480) 507-2900 for more information. Visit us online to learn about our free safety inspection offer.

These Online Resources Will Shed Additional Light On The Importance Of Hiring An Electrician For All Of Your Electrical Repair Needs

Check out the links below to learn about safety, efficiency, and reliability when it comes to your electrical systems. TAP and Sons Electric, Inc. has the personnel and experience to help you with any electrical project. Call us at (480) 507-2900 or visit us online for more information.

• Check out this article from NAHB.com for some information on remodeling your home and the benefits it offers.
• Explore your home’s electrical system on ThisOldHouse.com and learn why code compliance is so important.
• This article from The New York Times explains how businesspeople used generators and backup batteries for power during Hurricane Sandy.
• Check out this page from HowStuffWorks.com to explore power grid structures and find out just how much electricity is a part of your daily life and operations.