Hurricane season has arrived, and for those of us on the East Coast of the US, it’s starting with a bang. Hurricane Florence is expected to be one of the worst hurricanes to hit this part of the country in… Read More
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Advantages of Investing in LED Bulbs
Lighting your home is essential. For many years, the only light bulbs that were widely available to light our homes were incandescent light bulbs. They were available in a wide variety of strengths and had to be changed every couple… Read More
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Troubleshooting a Malfunctioning Pool Light
Lighting your pool can be a somewhat complicated task. There are many factors involved, such as the presence of water so close to electrical components, placement of lights, the size of the pool, and many others. When your pool light… Read More
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TriStar Electric is Celebrating National Dog Day with Some Pet Safety Tips!
National dog day is Sunday, August 26, 2018! We can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with some tips to help our valued customers make sure their pets stay safe from common electrical hazards. Your pets are part… Read More
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Tips for Testing Your Home’s GFCI Outlets
GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlets are an essential safety feature in any home. The way they work is that when the internal sensor detects too much moisture, the outlet will stop supplying electricity. Since water is a conductor of… Read More
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Saving Energy at the Office
When you are the boss and have a business to run, you will want to save money in as many ways as possible. Saving energy is always a wise decision to make both from an eco-friendly perspective and a financial… Read More
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Caring for Your Home Electrical System while on Vacation
Your vacation is a time for you to relax and hang out with your family. When most families are preparing for a vacation, there is a frenzy to get all the laundry done and pack bags. Everyone is so focused… Read More
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Is it Time to Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?
You’ve probably seen your electrical panel a bunch of times before. It’s a grey box hanging on the wall, usually in the basement. You open the little door on the front has a bunch of switches, called breakers, inside that… Read More
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3 Reasons to Purchase a Standby Generator for Your Business
As a business owner, you have plenty of things to worry about! Don’t let a random power outage be one of them. Call TriStar Electric to install your standby generator today! There’s never been a better time to choose us… Read More
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Tips for Quieting a Noisy Ceiling Fan
Ceiling fans are essential for staying comfortable during those super-hot summer days. Keeping air moving helps it stay cooler. In an outdoor setting, a ceiling fan will help to keep those pesky bugs away. At some point, your ceiling fan… Read More