At Magothy Electric Co. Inc. we’ve been serving the community in Pasadena, MD for a long time. Long enough to see that many of the exact same electrical issues pop up in houses repeatedly. Homeowners may be totally unaware that some of these electrical issues are even problems, especially the small ones. It’s important to …
We know how tempting it might be to do your own electrical work. It’s the age of the DIY homeowner, where everyone in Glen Burnie feels empowered to build their own decks, add their own tile to the bathroom and more. We’re all for DIY, except when it comes to electrical work. That’s not just …
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Have you ever encountered flickering lights, blackouts, or odd power surges that send you to your electrical panel to investigate? When you open the panel do you even know what you are looking for? Most homeowners are able to change a simple fuse, but that overwhelming display of tangled colored wires is not something the …
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The electric car craze is becoming less of a craze and more of a here to stay scenario across America. This is posing new challenges and raising new questions as drivers struggle to find charging stations. Despite promises, there are more to come, homeowners need to understand their options when it comes to keeping their …
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If you require electrical work, it can be difficult to know who to call, an electrical contractor or an electrician. Because there are significant differences between the two, you want to make sure you make the right call so the quality of work you receive suits the scope of your project. The bottom line is …
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Many homeowners are gung ho about their DIY projects. If this sounds like you, you might decide to handle more and more work on your own. When it comes to electrical work, caution is always important. If you are running wires through your walls, read this first to make the job safer and easier. Use …
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According to Energy Star, the average household spends just over $2000 a year on energy costs. Here, we offer 15 ways to lower energy costs in your household. 1. Check and Replace Seals Seals are used throughout your home to save energy. When seals become old, energy is wasted as warm and/or cold air escapes. …
Summer is approaching fast and the air is already getting toasty! What better time to install a new ceiling fan than the hottest months of the year? 5 Ways Ceiling Fans Help Your Home During The Summer You probably know ceiling fans are helpful when summer temperatures begin to climb, but here’s what you may …
With Thanksgiving and Christmas approaching fast, electrical safety becomes a priority. Soon we’ll be cooking dinner for friends and family and hanging the Christmas lights around the house. We need a lot of power to accomplish all this safely. Can you count on your electrical system as it is? Or do you already have problems …
If you want to increase the security of your home in Glen Burnie with outdoor lighting you’ll want to choose the right lights and fixtures to appropriately illuminate the exterior and interior of your home. Types Of Outdoor Lighting Floodlights Motion Sensor Lighting Daylight Responsive Security Lighting Automated Outdoor Lighting Emergency Security Lighting You have plenty of …
