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We never realize how much we take electricity for granted until our lights go out!! Mother Nature causes most of the outages we’re forced to deal with, and our utility providers often struggle to meet the increased demand for power in the summer when everyone runs their air conditioners on “full blast.” Power outages are inconvenient for everyone, and far more serious for the elderly or individuals who utilize life-saving medical equipment in their homes. The good news is that you no longer have to “grin and bear it” when the power goes out, and our team at Gary Houston Electric is ready to give you a no-obligation quote for a KOHLER generator!

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It’s always an exciting time when your offer is accepted on a “new to you” home, and there are plenty of bargains to be found if you don’t mind making some repairs before you move in. But no matter how experienced you are at DIY projects, some jobs are still best left to the pros! Gary Houston Electric has proudly offered trusted residential electrical service in Little Rock since 1978, and we’re always happy to help you get the most bang for your home improvement buck! And when it comes to home maintenance and upgrades, electrical safety should always be your top priority!

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No matter how happy you are with your home, you probably spend plenty of time imagining all of its future possibilities. You’re not alone if you don’t quite know where to start, but it’s important to remember that money isn’t nearly as important as creativity when it comes to home upgrades. The good news is that many upgrades are more affordable than you think, and our team at Gary Houston Electric is here to help you keep your home improvement projects on time and within budget!

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Air conditioning is something that no Arkansan can do without, but no one looks forward to opening their electric bills during the summertime. Our utility providers are legal monopolies with the authority to raise our rates as they see fit, and it’s easy to understand why our parents were always so particular about the thermostat now that it’s our name on the bills! The good news is that there are plenty of easy and inexpensive ways to “tighten your belt,” and our team at Gary Houston Electric is here to help!

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Gary Houston Electric has been offering trusted residential and commercial electrical service throughout central Arkansas for nearly five decades, and our commitment to doing quality work at fair prices is just as strong now as it was when we opened our doors! Companies like ours depend on repeat and referral business to survive, and we always appreciate it each time our satisfied customers tell their friends about us or take the time to leave us a five-star review. We take great pride in our reputation for legendary service, and we’re ready to earn your business!

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No matter what kind of products or services you offer, your biggest challenge will always be finding new business! It’s difficult enough to get prospective customers to walk through your front door, and they’re likely to turn around and walk right back out if they don’t feel welcome. The good news is that there are plenty of easy (and surprisingly affordable) ways to add value to your business, and our team of commercial lighting experts at Gary Houston Electric is here to help!

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We’ve already experienced two rounds of snowfall in 2025, and it won’t be long before we’re forced to deal with another springtime tornado season! Every Arkansan considers inclement weather his or her year-round companion, and we can always count on plenty of extended power outages when Mother Nature does her worst. But what if we told you that you no longer have to “grin and bear it” when your power goes out?

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Whether you built your home from the ground up or found the perfect “new to you” home after a lengthy search, you owe it to yourself and your family to ensure it’s both functional and safe. Older homes typically have a few safety issues that must be addressed to ensure they’re “move-in ready,” and homes that were constructed more recently also often need a few safety upgrades. Whatever your situation may be, our team at Gary Houston Electric is here to help!

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Owning and operating a small business is all about finding ways to do more with less, and money will never be more important than creativity when it comes to maximizing the customer service experience! The first priority is getting people through your front door, and once they’re inside, you want them to stay longer and spend more! The good news is that it’s more affordable than you think to breathe a little new life into a well-established business, and our team at Gary Houston Electric is here to help!

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2025 has already gotten off to a wintry start, and parts of central Arkansas were recently blanketed with nearly a foot of snow! Our children love snow days, and there’s nothing like watching them play outside as we enjoy a few unplanned days off from work. But this is also the time of year when our home heating costs predictably skyrocket, and it’s difficult to relax when we know our utility providers have the freedom to raise our rates as they see fit! The only way to fight back is to reduce our energy consumption, and that’s where our team at Gary Houston Electric comes in!

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Monday, March 02, 2026

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Monday, February 16, 2026

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Monday, February 02, 2026

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