Electrical Contractor, Standby Generators & Home Automation
‘Tis the season for cookies, snowmen, fireplaces and Christmas lights. But unfortunately, the holidays can also be the season of last-minute shopping, endless checklists and stress. We hope your holiday season is filled with joy this year and to help with that we have a few tips to keep your holidays merry and bright! Make …
If something is wrong with your electrical system, it can be alarming. It is always important you take necessary precautions when it comes to the electrical components in your home (outlets, switches, panel) and ensure that everything in your home is safe and up to code. Here we have listed some reasons when it is …
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Last year we officially launched ITL Smart Home, which is an entire division of the company devoted to smart home systems. We handle everything related to the design, installation and programming of home automation in categories including lighting, shades, sound, security and entertainment. We knew this was the next step for the company as we …
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What comes to mind when you think of in-floor heat? Oftentimes, we hear that it sounds nice but it is probably very expensive, not energy efficient and unnecessary because it only warms your feet. So, this month we are breaking down all the misconceptions and telling you some facts about in-floor heat that just might …
Smart lighting systems have endless possibilities and applications. But you may have also seen smart light bulbs on the market. So, if you are looking to add smart lighting to your home, which is better? What is a smart bulb? A smart bulb is a Wi-Fi capable light bulb that allows lighting to be customized, …
The kitchen might be the most remodeled room in the home but bathrooms are a close second. But it seems there is much less consideration given to bathroom lighting. The lighting in your bathroom is vital because it is usually the room where you both start and end your day. Here are 5 mistakes we …
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May is national electrical safety month. Why is this important? Because electrical failure or malfunction is a leading cause of fires each year and knowing simple tips to keep your electrical system up to code can go a long way. But let’s be honest, just because we should do something doesn’t mean we always do. …
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A standby generator is a unit that sits outside your home and in the event of a power outage it will automatically turn on and provide power for your home or business. This past year we have seen a rapid increase in demand for them and so we thought this month we would answer our …
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If you are interested in adding smart home technology to your home, then odds are you are looking for convenience, efficiency and security. A smart lock provides all three and it just happens to be one of our favorite smart home devices. Whether you’ve considered adding a smart lock to your home or business or …
Have you ever heard someone say that lighting can make or break a space? We absolutely believe that is true! When we are going to look at a new project, whether it’s a remodel of an older home, new construction or cosmetic upgrades, we find some common lighting mistakes. So if you are considering a …
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