The Residential Energy Consumption Survey analyzes energy consumption for these eight purposes: air conditioning, clothes drying, lighting, cooking, water heating, space heating, hot tubs, and swimming pools. There is no doubt that electricity demand is increasing rapidly. On average, residents consume 867 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity a month. However, this amount can fluctuate greatly as...
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How to Avoid Energy Vampires and Save Money
There is a concept known as vampire energy, where electricity is wasted when plugged in items are still operating even when off. You may find that your appliances and/or devices are never truly off, regardless of their status. In order to reduce your energy bill, it is vital to eliminate energy vampires. This energy waste...
Don’t Let Your Power Bill Ruin Your Holiday
Christmas is nearly around the corner! With all these fun decorations, power bills aren’t very fun after the holidays have come and gone. Lighting bills around this time of year usually go up by about 10 percent – depending on how extravagant your lighting display is. How does one decorate and celebrate the holiday with full...
Eliminating Drafts Around Electrical Outlets
Wind drafts within a home can be more than just a nuisance. It is possible they are signs of air leaks, which can lead to reduced energy efficiency and higher monthly energy costs. Whether you’re feeling the chill or you’re tired of receiving high electricity bills, you should check your electrical outlets and switches for...
Is Your Outlet Sparking When Plugging in Something?
It’s not uncommon for an outlet to spark here and there, so you most likely have had it happen to you. Did you ever wonder why it may be happening and if there was a way to fix it? Causes of Outlets Sparking Electrical outlets in a home have become a crucial feature in the...
Getting to Know Your Breaker Panel
Every home should be equipped with a break panel, these panels are just one big switch that is filled with smaller switches, called breakers. These switches help with a variety of things. You should really only need access to the breaker panel for these three tasks: to reset a circuit breaker after it trips to...
Electrical Problems in the Summer & How to Keep a Lookout
Summer is officially only a couple of weeks away – long days, warm nights, and continuous enjoyment! Summer also brings in major heat waves throughout Texas and the best way to keep ourselves cool is by utilizing air conditioners. However, if you add in some humidity, this can cause several electrical problems this hot season...
Four Tips for Staying Warm
The National Weather Service shared some tips on how to stay warm when the power is out on their Facebook page. Most importantly, Texas residents who find themselves without power during the NWS’s “winter storm warning,” in effect until 6:00 AM central standard time on Thursday, should follow these tips to stay warm and safe....
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A&H Electric Co. can expertly handle all electrical projects, regardless of complexity, ensuring our customer’s systems are up to code. At A&H Electric Co., we believe that our most valued asset is our employees and are looking to add to our team. We maintain a staff of experienced, knowledgeable personnel who provide high-quality workmanship – ensuring...
Don’t Be Haunted by Flickering Lights
A rare full moon, Jack-O’-Lanterns, and ghost pathway markers will provide ample lighting on Halloween night. Only one of these three sources, depending on its method of illumination, should flicker. Flickering lights are a serious issue that, in most cases, requires a professional to service electric. What is Flicker? The U.S. Department of Energy defines flicker...