False Alarms, Real Concerns: When to Replace Your Hardwired Smoke Alarms
As we prepare to fall back an hour, it’s a perfect moment to take a closer look at something that makes a big difference in your home’s safety – your hardwired smoke alarms. Did you know that every 10 years, your trusty smoke alarms need to be replaced? Sometimes, it’s even sooner if they show […]
Holiday Decorations and Power Outages: How to Stay Bright and Safe
As the holiday season approaches, you’re getting ready to make your home twinkle with festive lights and decorations. However, we all know that sometimes, holiday decorating can lead to unexpected power outages, tangled lights, and safety hazards. Top Things That Can Go Wrong When Decorating: Moisture Mishaps: Holiday lights and water don’t mix! Rain or […]
3 Ways to Cool Your Home With Ceiling Fans + HVAC
During a heatwave, you want your home to stay cool—without your electricity bill skyrocketing along with the temperature. Running your AC on full blast 24/7 is expensive. The good news is there are a few simple ways to make your air conditioner run more efficiently and save on home cooling costs. Ceiling Fan + AC […]
Save Thousands With a Whole House Surge Protection System
Rain is beating on the roof, thunder shakes the house, and then— ZAP! A flash of light outside your window—and the house goes dark. Once power is restored, you find that your refrigerator, stove, and your dishwasher won’t turn on. Your entire kitchen has been decimated by a power surge. Whole house surge protectors are […]
5 Signs You Need a Whole-House Generator
Stronger summer thunderstorms, fall hurricanes, and winter noreasters knock out power for thousands of us in Southern Chester County. Waiting for PECO is not only a pain, it is a major, and potentially dangerous, interruption in your daily life. We know that’s why we’ve installed dozens of whole house generators this year alone. If you’ve […]
3 Signs Your Home Needs an Annual Electrical Check-Up
Shocks, power surge damage, and other electrical problems often start out as easily fixable issues that, when neglected, lead to serious problems. An annual electrical check-up allows you to nip these smaller issues in the bud—saving you money and keeping your home safe. Ensure Fire & Carbon Monoxide Safety Hardwired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors […]
Zap! Surge Protector Saves Office Equipment from Lighting Strike
ZAP! A lightning bolt directly struck our office building last week. In a flash, our electrical panel had experienced a power surge! Luckily, our whole-home (or office, in this case) surge protector was there to block the flow of the dangerously high power spike. Here’s how the surge protector saved us and why you should […]
It’s Time! When to Replace Your Hardwired Smoke Alarms
Important guidelines to keep your alarms working & your family safe In an emergency situation, you rely on your hardwired smoke alarms to function properly. Without proper maintenance and timely replacement, your smoke alarms could malfunction when you need them safe. Follow these guidelines to keep your smoke alarms functioning properly and keep your home […]
It’s Electric! Plan Ahead For Your EV Charger Install
No one likes sitting on a waiting list—even if it is for the latest electric vehicle (EV). Whether you’re on the waitlist for your Tesla Model 3 or ready to drive home your Volkswagen ID.4, you will need a fast charge from home. Prep your home for fast at-home charging by scheduling your electric vehicle’s […]
EV Chargers: 3 Considerations Before You Charge & Drive
So you’ve finally decided to purchase an electric vehicle (EV). Maybe you’re already on a waitlist for a new model or just finalizing your purchase. Now what? Schedule your at-home charging station installation with NLE. Find the right charger for your vehicle, and let us take care of the rest! Universal vs. Tesla-Specific Chargers All […]
