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National Electrical Safety Month: Your Guide to Checking Electrical Hazards in Your Home

May is National Electrical Safety Month, making it the ideal time to check the systems that homeowners rely on every day. Electrical hazards often develop quietly through overloaded circuits, aging panels, or outdated outlets until they become costly or dangerous problems.

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Lighting

How to Power Outdoor Lights

Jul 08 2025

Whether you’re hanging some bistro lights to liven up your grilling area or adding security lights around your shed, outdoor lighting adds fun and function to just about any outdoor space.

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Beautiful wooden deck and patio lit up at night.

Lighting

What Is a Light Ballast?

Jul 08 2025

Florescent lighting is commonly found throughout homes and businesses. Electrical terms can be confusing at times, but it’s always helpful to be familiar with some. Curious about how this works?

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News

Preventing Cats from Chewing on Cords: Effective Strategies

Jul 08 2025

While a wonderful addition to the family, felines can develop the habit of chewing on electrical power cords.

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Lighting

Install Outdoor Wall Lighting and Light Fixtures for Beauty and Function

Jul 08 2025

Knowing where and how to install outdoor wall lighting can make a huge difference in your home's appearance, safety, and value. Up

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Lighting

Install Low Voltage Outdoor Lighting

Jul 08 2025

Are you looking for a way to improve the appearance of your home exterior while reducing energy consumption and improving safety?

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Low-voltage outdoor lighting is a perfect option to add landscape accents outside your home. Learn how to install it from the experts at Mr. Electric.

Energy Savings

What is the Purpose of a Circuit Breaker?

Jul 08 2025

An essential safety feature in your home, circuit breakers circumnavigate electrical injuries and fires.

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About Mr. Electric

Established in 1994, Mr. Electric® is a global franchise organization providing electrical installation and repair services. Recognized by Entrepreneur magazine among its “Franchise 500,” Mr. Electric franchisees provide these services to both residential and commercial customers at almost 200 locations worldwide. Mr. Electric is a subsidiary of the Neighborly® family of service franchises.

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