Electricity is essential to every home and business. It surrounds us all which is why it is so critical that you ensure your children understand electrical safety before they become too curious and find themselves in a dangerous situation. What to Teach Your Children Children, even those of a very young age, need to have…
Do you own a heritage style home that is decades old? Sure, owning such a home can be exciting, but it can also be quite challenging. Older homes that were built prior to 1950 may have a historical background and often have been in the family for years. However fascinating the home may be, there…
Homeowners across the board are constantly on the lookout for effective and efficient ways to reduce utility costs and increase energy savings. The professionals at Gervais Electric want to share some important cost-cutting tips with you. When you reduce the amount of electricity that you use in your home on a daily basis, it not…
In search of a more comfortable home, many people turn to various forms of heating equipment during the winter months. The easiest source of room comfort are space heaters. These very pieces of equipment, however, are responsible for nearly 2 out of every 5 home heating fires according to the National Fire Protection Association. Space…
Are you concerned that your home may need a new electrical panel? If you have doubts about its safety, age, or feel in danger, your concerns are justified. Or, maybe you’re planning on purchasing new electrical appliances and want to ensure that your panel can handle the additional power load. You’re not alone in this…
BMW had their own vision about what it means to drive an electric vehicle. With that said, the company came forth with the all-electric BMW i3 as well as the plug-in hybrid BMW i8. Powered by excellence, performance, innovation, design and efficiency, the world of the BMW i Series is here and is making its…
One of the biggest concerns about home renovations is budget. It’s the first and last thing you’ll think about from the preparation stages of your renovation until completion. Although you may have already set aside a decent amount of money for the task, it’s very common to end up over budget. Here are some key…
Selling a home is not as easy as it used to be. Now that there are so many homes available on the market, getting your home to stand out to buyers is the goal. It doesn’t matter how many rooms and baths your home has, if it does not appeal to buyers, it’s just going…
One of the best inventions man has ever made is electricity. With all of the things we do today with it, it’s hard to imagine how hard life would be without it. It’s a commodity that many people take for granted. Many people waste it by leaving on their appliances and electronics when they’re not…
