Light Efficient Design
Look Ma – No Wires!
Outdoor lighting serves so many purposes, from basic safety to
wayfinding and illuminating advertising signage. But getting these
fixtures installed can be expensive and involve trenching through
existing concrete, asphalt and landscaping to get wiring into place.
Universal Douglas
LED Lighting Has Come a Long Way
Last night we sat outside in our big side yard. The moon was full, the
air was cool, and a slight breeze tussled Mary’s hair. Sipping on a cup
of coffee, I watched the flickering orange flames of the Tiki torches in
the beautiful flower garden our daughter had planted for us. Their warm
glow soothed my mind.
Intermatic, Inc.
Water Heater Timer Switches Can Help Throw Cold Water on Rising Electricity Bills
If I were to ask you which home appliance uses the most electricity, you
might turn first to the refrigerator (after the central air
conditioning unit, that is). Ten or so years ago, you might have been
right, but improved energy efficiency standards have bumped
refrigerators down a notch in a home’s electricity usage.
Leviton Manufacturing Company
Modular Wiring Devices Make Upgrades a Snap
It used to be that electrical receptacles and switches were lifetime
devices. They’d be installed when a house was constructed and remain in
place indefinitely, unless they failed or the house was remodeled. Then,
likely, the devices were replaced with an updated version of the same
product, which in turn stayed in place for decades.
Voltec Power & Lighting
New Construction Lighting Allows Contractors to String it Along
Location lighting is a critical component in ensuring construction
safety, but when a job is under construction, permanent, installed
fixtures often aren’t available. So, contractors turn to temporary
lighting options. While stand-mounted fixtures can help in individual
rooms, string lights are a go-to for larger areas.
Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.
Casting Some Shade on Home Automation
If you needed more evidence that the smart-device revolution is remaking
our homes, consider the growing market for residential automated window
shades and blinds. These products have certainly been around for years
in high-end, custom homes.
