ACI Northwest Blog: Archive for the ‘Electrical’ Category

Enhance Your Yard & Enjoyment of Summer with Outdoor Lighting

Monday, April 8th, 2024
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As springtime arrives, we can’t help but be excited about all the time we are going to spend outdoors. Travel can be great, but this is also the perfect time to enjoy your yard. Cookouts, gardening, playing in the pool, inviting friends for a potluck and lawn games, or just relaxing in a lawn chair or hammock with a book—all these things can make ordinary life feel like a luxurious vacation.

We’d like to help you enjoy your yard and your summer even more by offering some suggestions. Outdoor lighting for your home and lawn has many benefits. What are some ways it could enhance your life? Here are some of the possibilities.

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Make a Resolution to Get These Home Wiring Problems Fixed

Monday, January 1st, 2024
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Studies show that the most common type of New Year’s resolution has to do with personal health: eating better, going to the gym, drinking more water, etc. But have you considered the well-being of your home? For a refreshing approach to your New Year’s resolution, how about addressing the issues with your home’s electrical wiring? Here’s what you should know.

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6 Wiring Services a Professional Electrician Can Help With

Monday, July 17th, 2023
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You may be surprised to hear all the things a qualified professional electrician’s job can include. If you’re a new homeowner or a homeowner with a new reason to consider your electrical systems, it can help to know exactly what services electricians offer. Take a look at this list and when you have projects or concerns that may overlap with these services, it’s time to consult an electrician.

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The Benefits of an Electrical Service Plan in Spokane, WA

Monday, June 19th, 2023
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You probably know that routine annual maintenance is strongly recommended for air conditioners and heating systems, and in fact required in order to keep those systems in compliance with warranty requirements. But you might not have thought about the electrical system in your home. Perhaps it only crosses your mind when you have an electrical problem, like an outlet that doesn’t work, lights that flicker, or a tripped circuit breaker. Maintenance is important for the electrical work in your home and can prevent serious problems. We urge you to consider an electrical service plan. 

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Why You Need an Electrician for a Hot Tub Installation

Monday, May 22nd, 2023
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Congratulations on your decision to get a hot tub! What a wonderful addition that will be to your home. But first, you need to make some more important decisions. Who will install your hot tub? Can you do it yourself? For many reasons, this is a job for a qualified electrician. Here’s why.

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Why Consider a Whole House Generator Service

Monday, January 30th, 2023

When the power goes out in a storm, will you be left in the dark? Although power outages don’t occur as frequently as they did in the past, they still happen. With weather patterns becoming increasingly more extreme, combined with an increased dependence on electricity, there can also be an increased risk of outages.

Whether it’s caused by a storm or an overdrawn power grid, there is a chance you’ll have to deal with a power outage someday, if you aren’t already familiar with them. When that day comes, will you be ready? We can help ensure that you will be.

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When to Schedule Commercial Lighting Services

Monday, December 19th, 2022

Every type of commercial space needs good lighting both inside and outside. Not only does it need to be functional and appropriate for the type of business, but it should also be aesthetically pleasing. No matter what type of commercial property you own, lighting is an essential part of a business. 

When it comes to commercial lighting systems, you need a team of professional electricians to take care of them when things go wrong. We know that you can change a lightbulb, but for the most part, emergency repairs, installations, and fixing and installing wiring and electrical components such as switches and lights should be left to the pros. 

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The Importance of Professional Electrical Wiring

Monday, October 24th, 2022

Imagine being in the thick of a sale to an important customer and suddenly the lights go out. Or perhaps imagine getting complaints from office employees who are struggling with eyestrain due to poor lighting throughout the workspace.

Issues like these can undermine your ability to keep your commercial space working the way you need it to. That’s why working with a professional pays off. Problems like these can be addressed promptly or can be prevented altogether.

Read on to find out more about why working with a trained electrician to handle your commercial electric wiring in Hayden, ID is so important.

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Should You Consider a Whole-House Generator?

Monday, October 10th, 2022
A home generator that provides electricity during a power outage. It is connected to a propane gas supply.

It can seem surprising when we encounter electrical issues these days. Often, the advance of technology can make it seem like we should be immune from a power loss. However, power outages happen, and it is better to be prepared rather than caught off guard.

The use of whole-house generators in Coeur d’Alene, ID is going to help you avoid those evenings when the lights go out and you end up having to wait in the dark. You may think that having a portable generator is going to make the same difference for you, but we will explain why they aren’t the same.

Here is what you should know about the advantages of adding a whole-house generator to your home.

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How Ceiling Fans Help Your Commercial Space

Monday, September 26th, 2022
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There are plenty of factors to consider when trying to keep your commercial space comfortable and safe. We want to take some time to provide additional information on a system that can make keeping your building or space comfortable that much easier.

Using commercial ceiling fans in Spokane, ID can help keep your commercial space far more comfortable, especially when paired with a commercial HVAC system. Let’s explore why the installation of a commercial fan is a great investment for your business.

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