Electricity 101 – Page 5 – US Electrical Services Inc

When you are preparing to sell your house, home wiring can be an important issue. During the selling process, your house will be scrutinized and an inspection will be conducted in which the home wiring will be looked out. If it is out of date, upgrades will be necessary or it will be very difficult to sell your home. Here are some things you may want to think about in getting your home wiring up to date so that your home is ready to go on the market. Knob and Tube Home Wiring Even though your home’s electrical system seems

Electricity 101 Energy Savings

November 1, 2017

Understanding Your Electric Rates, Fees and Charges

We all know that electric rates can go up and down at different times during the year. Many of us may simply think that a rise in rates can be due to an increased use of a certain appliance, or an air conditioner. While it’s true that this can be key in the changing electric rates, there is a lot more than that involved in determining how much you are being charged for electricity each month. While the way electric rates are determined can vary from state to state, here are some factors that may go into how you are

Electrical Safety Electricity 101

October 29, 2017

Best Fire Prevention Tools

Every year, there are thousands of fire related deaths and injuries, so having fire prevention tools on hand is very important. There are several types of fire prevention tools you can purchase to keep your home and office safe. Firestop products are designed to stop fire from spreading through floors and walls. Let’s take a look at some of these products and see how they can be effective for you. Fire Prevention Tools – Fire Rated Caulks, Sealants and Putties: Properly installed fire caulking can keep a fire from becoming disastrous. They are used to seal joints, gaps and seams

Electricity 101 Energy Savings

October 27, 2017

How an Electric Monitor Can Help You to Save Money

If you are looking to save money on your electric bill, you may want to try using an electric monitor. The electric monitor promises that you can save up to 20% on your electric bill without having to sacrifice any comfort you enjoy in your home. Does it sound too good to be true? Well, let’s take a look at how it works and see if these promises are fact or fiction. The Electric Monitor and How it Works So what exactly does the electric monitor do? Well, it monitors your electricity! You might argue that your electric meter already

Electricity 101 Energy Supply General Interest

October 20, 2017

Buyer’s Guide: Electrical Supplies

If you are looking for electrical supplies to purchase for your next project, you need to make sure what you are buying is a quality item. When you are working with electricity, safety is paramount and faulty electrical supplies just won’t cut it. You also want well-made equipment that will do the work efficiently and last a long time. There are many factors you need to consider to help you come up with a smart choice when purchasing electrical supplies. Finding the Right Electrical Supplier Finding a good electrical supply retailer is important. Here are some steps you might take

Electricity 101 Energy Savings

October 17, 2017

Gas vs Electric Cooking: Which is More Energy Efficient?

When we think about saving energy, the topic of gas vs electric cooking is one to consider. Although cooking accounts for just a small amount of the energy we use, every drop counts. This article will cover some of the pros and cons of each type of cooking method and attempt to answer the question of gas vs electric cooking, which is more energy efficient? Gas vs Electric Cooking: The Pros and Cons of Each When thinking about gas vs electric cooking, a gas stove may be more energy efficient than an electric stove because they begin heating as soon

Electrical Equipment Electricity 101

October 4, 2017

Basic Electrical Terms That You Should Know

Whether you are a DIY homeowner or an electrician, there are a few basic electrical terms that you want to be familiar with. These will help you better understand what your electrical job entails, as well as being better able to communicate your needs to salespeople you are buying supplies from, or those you may be working with. Read on to find out the basic electrical terms you should have in your vocabulary. Basic Electrical Terms: Measuring Electricity Getting familiar with these basic electrical terms should give you a better understanding as to how electricity is measured. Volt: The unit

Electricity 101 Energy Savings

October 2, 2017

How to Compute Electricity Consumption

Knowing how to compute electricity consumption can be a valuable skill. It can help to check if your electricity bill is accurate. It can also let you know which appliances consume a lot of energy, so that you can reduce your usage and save money. This article will provide a step by step process of how to compute electricity consumption in your home. Compute Electricity Consumption: Figuring out the wattage used by specific devices Some devices have a label that lists how many watts it uses directly on the device. Others may tell you this information in an owner’s manual.

Electricity 101 Energy Supply

September 12, 2017

Understanding Different Electrical Insulators

Different electrical insulators are found in many electrical devices that can range from a tiny capacitor to a giant generator. They generally have a high resistance which characterizes them as having “low electrical conduction”. Read on to find out more about common types of different electrical insulators and the science behind them. The Science Behind Different Electrical Insulators Electricity was discovered in 1752, but it was not until much later that there was any sort of knowledge or research about different electrical insulators. This all began in 1897 with the discovery of electrons which are negatively charged particles that orbit

Electricity 101 Energy Supply

August 20, 2017

Money Saving Ways to Generate Electricity

Electricity is a necessary component in every business and household. Unfortunately, we must also pay for it, and bills can get expensive. There is also an increasing need to conserve energy. But what if there were ways to conserve energy while you efficiently generate electricity for free? Ways to Generate Electricity There are a number of ways to make it possible at no cost while being environmentally friendly. Read more about these methods below. Solar Foil Cells (Solar Energy): The most popular way of obtaining energy for free while taking advantage of natural resources is through the use of solar