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What is Phantom Electricity and How Does It Impact Your Electric Bill?

Phantom electricity is power that is consumed by all those electronic appliances and devices you have in your home when they are either in standby mode or entirely turned off, but still plugged…

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Premier Electrical Panel Repair and Replacement Services

Homeowners today rely heavily upon electrical appliances. Often times homes are unable to accommodate the amount of power needed to run all the appliances which is where Gervais Electric comes in.…

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Why You Should Invest in an Emergency Generator in the Winter

With winter now upon us, if you have not already purchased an emergency generator for your home, you may very well want to go out and get one now. With the winter season comes the increased…

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Important Facts About GFCI Outlets

GFCI outlets are required to be placed in certain locations throughout your home as per the National Electric Code. It is especially important that homeowners who have not updated the outlets in…

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Learn How to Save Energy and Reduce Electric Bills with These Simple Tips

Homeowners looking to save money on their electric bills can quickly learn that small changes make an obvious difference and can certainly help to save energy and reduce their electric bills.…

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Important Winter Electrical Safety Facts and Tips

When the seasons and temperatures change, homeowners tend to go out and purchase all types of electrical equipment that they use during the cold weather months. When this occurs, the risk of…

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Why Homeowners Choose Gervais Electric

Electricity is a vital source of power for nearly everything in our homes and in our lives. It is important that the electricity in your home is fully functional and in working order and that all…

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Why Grounded Outlets are Mandatory in Every Home or Structure

Identifying a grounded outlet is quite easy. Outlets that have three holes, rather than just two, with two vertical holes and one located beneath the vertical holes are grounded outlets. All…

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Common Electrical Hazards to Be Aware of In Your Home

Electricity is found and used in every home. Since people today rely heavily on electricity, it is critical that our valued clients learn all the important facts about electricity, how to handle…

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Simple Cost-Cutting Tips for Electricity Usage

If you are like most homeowners, you are constantly on the lookout for ways to save money. Implementing some or all these cost-cutting tips for electricity can help to accomplish this important…

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HVAC electrical problems you may experience this summer

As we all know, home heating and air conditioning systems run on electricity, and a good deal of it. From time-to-time you may find yourself faced with HVAC electrical issues that need electrical…

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Why a Portable Generator is a Good Investment

As homeowners we are always looking to protect one of the biggest investments we will ever make in a lifetime – our home. Protecting your home and your loved ones with a portable generator is a…

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