Whether you just bought a bargain-priced “fixer-upper” or you’re upgrading your forever home, it’s always important to know your own limitations before attempting any DIY projects! You can certainly learn a lot by watching home improvement shows and YouTube videos, but the money you save by attempting to do the work yourself can be a false economy if you have to hire professional contractors later on to fix your mistakes The good news is that our team at Gary Houston Electric is here to help you do the job right and ensure that your renovations are completed on schedule and within budget!

We’ve been providing trusted residential and commercial electrical services in Little Rock since 1978, and we proudly offer 24-hour emergency services. No job is ever too big or too small for our team at GHEC, and there are several easy and affordable projects that can be completed in just a few days:

Ensure that your home wiring meets today’s safety standards—Your home wiring should be professionally inspected every 25 years, or sooner if your lights flicker or your circuit breakers are tripping frequently. If you still have any outdated two-prong outlets in your home, it’s easy and inexpensive to replace them with grounded three-prong outlets, and you should also install Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlets in your kitchen, bathrooms, and outdoors.

Install additional outlets in high-traffic areas—Most families are more connected than ever, and they use power strips to keep all their electronic devices plugged in and charged up. Unfortunately, they can be hard to reach under your desk or behind your home entertainment center, and they’re unsafe for space heaters and other high-wattage appliances. If you’re ready to get rid of all the unsightly power strips in your home for good, many wall outlets now include built-in surge protection and USB charging ports.

Install Smart lighting and appliances—Smart LED bulbs allow you to create unique lighting effects throughout your home, and they require a fraction of the wattage of traditional light bulbs. Additionally, if it’s programmed correctly and used consistently, a programmable digital thermostat can lower your energy costs by up to 10%!

If you have questions or need an electrician, contact us online or at 501-375-8330. Be sure to also ask us for a free, no obligation quote for a KOHLER emergency generator!