This is the second year the United States is focusing its efforts to really bring energy conservation to the forefront of conversation. We have all heard about fossil fuels being depleted and the demand each house puts on the power grid. We are constantly told we have to be more frugal with electricity. It is for the benefit of the world as well as our bank accounts. Saving energy will ultimately save money on the electric bill and make each one of our carbon footprints just a little bit smaller. Your Burbank electrician and the team at The Electric Connection wants you to know about Energy Action Month, which is this October.

Right now, the government in the United States is taking action to reduce their own energy consumption. It starts at the top and by their good influence, hopefully citizens will follow suit. An electrician in Burbank has some ways that will help you take action this October and develop new habits that will ultimately lead to less energy usage, lower electric bills and a smaller demand on today’s power sources.

Things to do right now include;

*Turn up the AC a couple degrees or turn up the heater a couple of degrees *Switch out those old bulbs with LEDs (this may require a different light fixture)

Things to Schedule

*Get a ceiling fan installed by an electrician, Burbank homeowners can really save money on their heating and cooling costs with this one device

*Schedule an energy audit to get an idea where you use the most electricity and how you can cut back

These are 4 easy, actionable steps that will help you save money and do something great for the environment. Give The Electric Connection a call if you need a new light fixture or ceiling fan installed.

If chosen wisely, kitchen island lights take center stage and bring star quality to this multipurpose “heart-of-the-home” station.

From classic and traditional to clean and contemporary, island lighting makes a world of difference, enhancing the appeal and function of your kitchen space.  Over the breakfast bar or full service cooking station, island light fixtures and lighting controls should create balance and deliver a blend of general/ambient, task and accent illumination.

1.  Opt for energy-efficient task light with CFL (compact fluorescent) or LED (light emitting diode) pendant lamps centered over the island workstation.  Updated CFL and LED lamps are dimmable and available with improved color-rendering and color temperature.  Look for bulbs with a CRI (color rendering index) of at least 80 (100 is perfect color rendition) and CCT (Correlated color temperature) between 2700K and 3500K.

2.  Look for shielded, but focused illumination. Light sources should be non-glaring to provide even, shadow-free illumination.

So you’ve decided to invest in a new air conditioning system: what now? Well, there are a few considerations to make prior to purchasing your new home cooling system, let alone scheduling your air conditioning installation. Remember that this is not the type of decision that you can rush into, at least if you want to enjoy 100% satisfaction with your new AC. The Boston, MA air conditioning installation experts at FB Electrical Services have put together a few tips to help ensure that your service is a resounding success. Contact us today if you are ready to schedule a brand new system installation, or if the time has come to replace your old air conditioner. 

First and foremost in guaranteeing your complete satisfaction with your new air conditioner is, of course, to familiarize yourself with the various systems available for installation in your home. This is not a step that you should gloss over, even if you are expecting to replace an existing system with a similar model. There has been a lot of innovation in the home cooling industry in recent years, and you don’t want to miss out on systems and features that you’d benefit from just because you didn’t take the time to ask questions and do your homework.

Once you decided upon which system you’re after, the next step is to give your budget some serious consideration. A new air conditioner is not the type of investment you want to skimp on. However, you also must be realistic about what you can comfortably afford to spend on your new system. The more efficient an air conditioner is, though, the more costly it tends to be. Only by assessing available funds carefully can you be certain that you are getting the most efficiency for your money.

Finally, and perhaps most importantly, pick up your phone and dial our number. The AC installation professionals on our staff know residential cooling systems inside and out. Not only will we help you to find the perfect one for your needs, but we’ll also ensure that it is installed properly every step of the way. Call now to get your air conditioning installation project underway.