Our Home Electrical Resource Center

A.F.L. Electric strives to be a resource for Pennsylvania homeowners. We like to offer valuable tips to those who want to know more about their home. Please come back on a regular basis, as articles will be added monthly.

Electrical Home Inspection: What You Need to Know! - Whether you�re buying a home, or just moving in to your new home, here is some advice that can help you. If you�re in the buying process the things you will be looking for are safety and repair aspects. Most electrical contractors can offer you an inspection to check for both of these. (more)

Home Landscape Lighting - Have you ever been downtown at night, maybe attending a concert or sporting event and were impressed with the lighting along a park walk or on a fancy office building? Most of us, at one time or another, have experienced awe, comfort, serenity or relaxation at the sight of well-designed landscape lighting. (more)

The Importance of Electricians - Ever since Benjamin Franklin went outside with his kite during a thunderstorm, electricity has ruled the world. All you have to do to understand this is to remember what it was like the last time your power went out for an evening. (more)

Ten Ways To Cut Your Electric Bill - One of the major concerns in the world today is depletion of energy. As concerned citizens all of us must make a concerted effort to be conscious citizens and save electricity. Electricity has become integral to life but imagine having to live without power. (more)

Save Money With Ceiling Fans - A common misunderstanding among homeowners is that ceiling fans actually reduce the temperature in a room and allow lower air conditioning settings as a way to save on electricity costs. (more)

Why a Circuit Breaker Trips - Circuit breakers trip for one of two reasons, a short circuit or an overloaded circuit. A short circuit being the simplest to explain and the hardest to repair and an overloaded circuit being relatively easy to explain and easier to fix. (more)

What Can Landscape Lighting Do For You? - When it comes to landscaping there are many things which can be done in order to make it look impressive. There are many different features and ideas to try and one thing that is sure to go down well is landscape lights. (more)

Home Security: Exterior And Interior Lighting - It is a well-known fact, that satisfactory lighting is a very valuable deterrent to crime. Whatever lighting might help reduce your risk of becoming a victim, the right lights, utilized properly will be the effective deterrent to burglars and other intruders and improve your home security. (more)

When It�s Time to Upgrade Your Bathroom Lighting - Proper lighting is essential to the look and function of the room where you get ready to face the world everyday. So why do so many people put up with uneven shadows and having to strain to see their faces in the mirror every morning?  (more)

Types of Generators - Generators are used for the generation of electricity and they ensure that most of the essential appliances can be run whenever there is a power outage. Generators of different wattage capacities can be used according to the needs of the individual. (more)

Generators – A Guide To Purchasing - The diesel generator produces electric energy using the combination of an electrical generator and a diesel engine. Ships often use diesel generators, to power the electric system and to propel the ship. (more)

Commercial Outdoor Lighting Versus Residential Outdoor Lighting - Commercial outdoor lighting requirements are a lot different from those required in the home where the purpose of outdoor lighting is to set the mood so that you can relax and entertain guests. (more)

Indoor Lighting - Nothing impresses us quite the way lighting does. And if you're entertaining nothing could make your guests feel more welcome that the good lighting in you home. (more)

Hidden Electrical Hazards - Check Your Grounded Outlets - Shock hazards and warranty issues. If you live in an older house, you may be shocked, literally, to discover that your "grounded" (three-pronged) electrical outlets are not really grounded, after all. (more)

Green Living Through LED Home Lighting - More and more home, apartment and office owners are looking for ways to go green. The benefits not only improve the quality of our environment, but they also make for significant tax deductions at the end of the year. (more)

Buying Surge Suppressors- Protect Your Home from Power Surges - Everyday, accidents due to electrical damages and faulty wiring occur in many homes – accidents that could have been prevented by surge suppressors. Do not wait for tragedy to happen. (more)

Electrical Contractors Light the Way For Construction Electrical Safety - Electrical contractors are construction professionals that specialize in extensive electrical and building services. (more)

Things to Consider Before Fixing Electrical Problems - Ever had shelves falling off after you jammed the last nail in? Well, you're not the only one! Most do it yourself projects are based on a lot of trial and error. . (more)

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