Regent Park multi-unit electrical project

Regent Park multi-unit electrical project

Palmetto Electric was contracted for the Regent Park multi-unit project: Regent Park, Columbia, SC 3 buildings 72 units Club House Completion date November 2011

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Palmetto Electric multi-unit electrical project LaGrange, GA

Woodland Trails, GA multi-unit electrical project

Palmetto Electric was contracted for the Woodland Trails LaGrange, GA multi-unit project: Woodland Trails LaGrange, GA. 11 buildings 372 Units Club House Completion date July 2009

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heating safety tips

As we head into winter and the temperatures begin to drop, many of us will be turning on our furnaces for the first time since last winter. During the summer months, dust can settle on an unused furnace, and will burn off the next time the furnace is turned on. To be safe, the first… Continue reading »

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Why You Should Consider a Home Security System

On average, more than 2 million burglaries happen in the United States each year. Many of these could have been prevented by the installation of a home security system, saving thousands of dollars as well as preventing the trauma and unease experienced by families that were the target of these attacks. A monitored security system,… Continue reading »

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Do You Need An Electrical Safety Inspection?

There will be a time when your home or office’s electrical system may no longer meet today’s electrical load, and you may not be aware of this until problems start to develop. One way to prevent both dangerous electrical situations and costly repairs is to have a qualified electrician perform a safety inspection. Through age… Continue reading »

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Jun
21

Do You Need An Electrical Safety Inspection?

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There will be a time when your home or office’s electrical system may no longer meet today’s electrical load, and you may not be aware of this until problems start to develop. One way to prevent both dangerous electrical situations and costly repairs is to have a qualified electrician perform a safety inspection.

Through age and constant use, all appliances, devices, fixtures and other parts of the electrical system gradually deteriorate in terms of performance and quality, and it can be difficult for the average homeowner to determine when a potential problem is brewing. A professional electrician can inspect the electrical system in your home or business and determine if repairs or replacements need to be made, and if the wiring is compliant with the latest electrical safety codes.

If your home is more than 20 years old, or if you experience things such as flickering lights, fuses that blow often, or circuit breakers that frequently trip, you should definitely consider having a professional electrician perform a safety inspection. Other signs of potential problems include outlets that are discolored or hot to the touch, or emit either crackling or buzzing sounds.  By taking the time to have your electrical system inspected now, you can avert danger and costly repairs in the future.

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Jun
14

Useful Tips to Save Energy At Home

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It’s not just electricity that can deliver a shock—the bill you receive from the power company can also be quite shocking. Electrical bills are often one of the highest utility bills and therefore it is important that you take steps to make your home as efficient as possible. The following are some tips which may help you make your home more efficient and thereby lower your electrical bills.

  • Altering your light bulbs to fluorescent ones may help you minimize the cost of your energy bills. Incandescent light bulbs actually use more electrical energy than fluorescent ones since they waste more of it on heat.
  • Refrigerators and freezers use a lot of electricity. If possible, replace old appliances with newer, energy-efficient models. The money you pay for a newer model will come back to you over time as you save on your electrical bill. Also, avoid placing your fridge too close to the wall. This will enable it to cool more efficiently with less power.
  • Make a habit out of turning off lights every time you leave a room. Even if you think you will be coming back into the room right away, turn the lights off anyway. Leaving the room unattended with the lights switched on can lead to as much as thirty minutes or more of squandered energy if done several times a day.

By making just a few changes around your home, you can significantly lower the amount of electricity you are using and potentially lower your electric bill as well.

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May
24

Common Wiring Problems

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In many places all around the world common wiring problems are the main cause of fires. It can happen to anyone, anywhere and anytime. A fire can cause loss of valuable possessions and loss of lives especially our loved ones. But we can prevent it from happening especially from our own homes, the house where we grow up, the place where we feel comfortable, protected and safe. We just not want to save the place, the memories but most of all we do not want to endanger the lives of our loved ones.
One way of preventing is to have an understanding of how does electric circuit wiring works. Thus, we also need an individual who does best in these things. Having an inspection of your electrical wiring once in a while is a good idea. It may look perfectly good on the outside we may never know what it truly runs in the inside. There are a lot of common wiring problems from faulty switch to tripped circuits. What is important is that we must have a good installation of our electrical wiring. And most importantly is to have a good maintenance and correct usage of electrical devices in our own homes.
This can be done by a professional electrician. They can help you check your home for wiring problems and can also give you advice in how to do additional wirings in the future. If you want to do simple wiring yourself you can check the internet for suggestions and advices.

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Mar
20

What should you consider before hiring a commercial electrician?

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Commercial electricians are the best choice for any electrical work, upgrades, or repairs that your business needs, but it still pays to ask a few key questions before hiring one.

Experience and licensing are two key areas to look at when hiring a commercial electrician. You’ll want to make sure they have the necessary experience for the type of job you need done, as well as having the required licensing according to state and federal laws. Any electrical contractor that you are considering for hire should be able to show that they possess the current and valid licenses required in your state.

Another key question is timing—any commercial electrician whom you hire should be able to provide you with a good estimate of start/finish times. It’s also a good idea to make sure the payment terms are detailed up front, specifying how and when the job will be paid. Many commercial electricians will require a deposit up front with the remainder being paid after the work is completed.

By taking the time to ask these questions up front, you and your commercial electrician can ensure that you both agree on the terms and conditions of the work that needs to be done, as well as the estimated completion time and payment details.

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