One of the most frustrating experiences as a homeowner is having the power go out unexpectedly. Not only does this scenario instantly leave you in the dark, losing electrical service can have drastic effects on your appliances, especially if the power outage is due to a surge or faulty electrical panel. If your power suddenly goes out, here are a few things you can do to protect the appliances and electrical fixtures in your home.

Turn off light switches While it may seem a little silly to turn off lights that are not currently working, turning off the light switches in your home can prevent further damages once the power kicks back on. Grab a flashlight from your emergency supplies and make sure all of the light switches in your residence are switched off.

Call your local electrician If the power has failed in your home, but not in the neighborhood, you’ll need to contact a 24 hour electrician to visit your home and determine the cause of power failure. If you find yourself in need of an emergency electrician in Des Moines, call Electrical Gurus any time of the day or night at 515-446-7040 or contact us online 24 hours a day.

It’s easy to believe that homes without security systems are must more likely to be targeted by a burglar that ones that are equipped with an efficient home security system. Many times, the simple presence of an alarm system can be enough to protect your home and your family from a break-in.

There are occasions in which a burglar will enter a home without knowing whether or not there are actually any occupants inside or not. This can quickly escalate to a dangerous situation. If this is not enough to convince you to have a burglar alarm installed, keep reading for some more benefits.

This is particularly pertinent if you have children who are old enough to stay home alone, or elderly members of your family. Reaction times may not allow them to get out of a home with the speed required in dangerous situations, and although a forceful burglary may never happen, your family will at least have a peace of mind that there is something there to deter thieves.

In addition to protecting your family, an efficient burglar alarm helps to protect your valuables. When your alarm system is enabled, it will not only set off an audible signal, it will also alert authorities that the home has been broken into. This increases the likelihood that the burglar will be caught or identified later for the crime committed.

As all homeowners know, having insurance on their home is mandatory. This type of insurance policy covers private residences and the possessions within from loss, or damage that can occur as the result of a number of events, burglary being one. However, if you have an alarm then you’ve reduced the risk that you will be robbed, and therefore most insurance companies will provide a discount for homeowners insurance.

Thanks to smart devices, home security systems these days allow you to view your home using a web cam. Most systems also allow you to remotely arm and disarm the home, monitor multiple cameras, and even turn lights on and off and control your HVAC system.

Can you smell that? It’s grilling season in Bethesda, and the succulent aroma of grilling meats and sides is wafting through the air! But before you break out the electric grill and get to cooking, our Bethesda electricians would like to weigh in on a matter of pressing importance.

To our team at Kolb Electric, nothing is more important than providing superior services to our patrons. Except, of course, the safety of said consumers. An electric grill is the perfect tool to get the seared meat you crave, but it can be just as dangerous as any other piece of equipment if handled improperly.

Need electrical wiring for your Bethesda home? Contact Kolb Electric today!

Most grill safety is entirely precautionary, so you needn’t worry that our tips will spoil your fun. It’s all about preparedness:

Our Bethesda electricians can ensure your gill, wiring, outlets, and electrical panel are all fit for service, so you can cook with confidence this summer season! Our service and skill are unmatched, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction.

One of the most unique light paintings I’ve seen, this image has a fluidity that causes the brain to confuse light for matter. It is neato. What makes it neato? Well, I think it’s mostly neato because the way the lines are painted makes the light seem like it has taken form and is alive.

3. Sphere of the Open Water

I do not understand how some light painters are able to create such perfect perforated light beams. But I like it. Light painting is able to create such perplexing images. How is one to feel about the image of a lonely self-circling disc of multi colored light? It’s a little sad. But also a lot of fun. That’s weird. And maybe that’s the particular weirdness of light paintings.

5. Or, Then Again, Maybe This Is the Particular Weirdness of Light Paintings

At least, that’s what my two-year-old would call this photo. What a great idea to take a long exposure of a car and to keep it underexposed, knowing that the brightness of the light “paintbrush” would balance out the composition. I chose this example because it emblematizes the way light painting adds imagination to reality.

7. The Whole Light Paint Bucket

First of all, if you don’t get the title’s reference, then don’t worry about it. It’s a video game thing. Second of all, if you have any kind of interest in photography but spend a lot of time working indoors, you’ve probably tried taking pictures of inanimate things around your office. (OK, so I’m talking about myself.) Chances are, you haven’t had much luck. The pics were probably more fun to take than to examine, and they have probably been long since lost in the black matter of erased data. In other words, the photos weren’t good. But this one happens to be really awesome. It’s fun and very cool looking. Hadukin! Hadukin to bad office still lifes! Hadukin to darkness! Ha. Du. Kin.

Does your home suffer from stuffy, stale air? Does it feel like you’re walking through a swamp despite the cool air coming out of your AC? Are you looking for an alternative to portable dehumidifiers? There are numerous benefits to considering a whole house dehumidifier for your Boston, MA home. These systems integrate directly within your ductwork so only those who use a furnace, heat pump or central air unit are eligible. These devices work especially well during the summer, and we advise our customers to consider them whenever applicable. While portable units have their place, they can’t compare.

A whole house dehumidifier allows you to control the humidity levels in your home. Why is this important? Let’s have a look at some of the benefits.