Electrical Improvements to Make to Your Home in the New Year
With a new year comes the desire to start fresh. For many homeowners, this means making minor home improvements. This post will offer tips on electrical updates for households that can benefit homes. Electricians can be called to install ceiling fans, indoor lighting, and an electric vehicle charging station.
Install Ceiling Fans
An electrical upgrade that can benefit homes is installing ceiling fans. They can add comfort to the rooms they are installed in and reduce energy costs. Using ceiling fans while running the air conditioner or heater allows homeowners to adjust the temperature, reducing energy usage and saving them money. However, it’s essential to use them correctly. In the summer, the ceiling fans should rotate counterclockwise, and in winter, they should be set to spin clockwise.
Ceiling fans can also improve the overall air circulation in a home, preventing it from feeling stuffy. For homeowners' convenience, most ceiling fan models also include a light fixture, and some have a remote so their speed, direction, and light can be easily controlled.
Upgrade Lighting and Switches
Another electrical change that can be made is upgrading the indoor lighting and switches. It can quickly and affordably change the overall ambiance of a room and even save energy. For example, retrofitting a house with LED lighting has many benefits, like better energy efficiency, lower energy costs, and a longer lifespan, meaning fewer replacements.
Electricians can also install dimmer switches to help add ambiance to a room and save energy. Or homeowners may want recessed lighting installed in their homes, which is great for spaces with low ceilings since they fit flush with the ceiling. They don’t take away from a room’s height while increasing the amount of light.
Install an Electric Vehicle Charging Station
A newer electrical upgrade many households are adding is electric vehicle charging stations. As more San Antonio homeowners switch to electric vehicles, these charging stations are becoming a convenient and necessary upgrade for homes that electricians can install.
Installing an EV charging station offers households numerous benefits. One of the top perks is the convenience. People can waste a lot of time finding a public charging station. Installing one at their house allows them to charge their vehicle while at home or overnight. This will reduce their stress over needing to find a charging station when in a hurry and save them time. The electricity rates are also generally lower than public charging stations, saving them money. They can also increase a home’s value.
About Hunter Service Group
Hunter Service Group is a family-owned and operated generator, cooling, heating, and electrical company serving San Antonio, TX, and the surrounding areas. They offer excellent communication, customer education, and a satisfaction guarantee. Call them today for electrical services in San Antonio, TX.
