There are approximately 75,000 companies in the electrical, low voltage, and renewable energy industry across the United States. However, just 3,700 of those companies are members of the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC), Inc. TriStar Electric is happy to announce that… Read More
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National Fire Prevention Week is the Perfect Time to Service Smoke Alarms
Since 1922, National Fire Prevention Week (FPW) has been observed in October – during the week of the 9th – to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire. The fire, which began on the 8th, but did most of its damage on the… Read More
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The Lutron Smart Bridge and App
Have you ever left the house and thought to yourself, did I turn off the lights in the bedroom? Or maybe the bathroom is the culprit. Or was it the kitchen? No matter the room, TriStar Electric has the solution:… Read More
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Choosing an Electric Heater
Cold weather is coming, and there’s no reason you can’t be ready to ride it out in comfort thanks to electrical heating services like those provided by Tristar Electric. However, there are a lot of options when it comes to… Read More
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Preparing Your Home for Winter
Now that Labor Day has come and gone, summer has unofficially come to an end. Though summer is not officially over until September 23rd, many people across the country have already packed their shorts and swim suits away, opting instead… Read More
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Avoid Power Loss, Invest in a Generator Maintenance Contract
When severe storms hit Maryland – which seems to happen more and more frequently nowadays – there is always the risk that your home will lose power. No power to run your lights. No power to run your sump pump,… Read More
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TriStar Donates $350 to the 2014 Johns Hopkins Ride to Conquer Cancer
Have you been affected by cancer? Odds are that you probably have. Whether it was you, a friend, a family member, or a co-worker, you know someone whose life was instantly changed the day they were diagnosed with cancer. In… Read More
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Ceiling Fan Installation is not a DIY Job for Maryland Homeowners
When it comes to installing a ceiling fan, many Maryland homeowners think they can handle everything themselves. Unfortunately, ceiling fan installation, no matter how simple it may appear, is not a DIY job. There are several factors that need to… Read More
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Summertime, Vacation and Safety Awareness: Keeping your Home Safe
Summer may be coming to an end, but families everywhere are still in vacation mode. Do you have an exciting trip coming up? If so, you have a lot to consider. First you have to think about your wardrobe and… Read More
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TriStar Electric: The Company Maryland Homeowners Trust
In 1991, two Master Electricians – David Crawford and Tom Pountnay – founded two separate companies: Crawford Electric and Jessup Electric. In 2001, those companies merged. The reasoning: the two men wanted to create a company that not only provided… Read More