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For more than 35 years, Gary Houston Electric Company (GHEC) has served the Little Rock area with the best electrical contracting services around – just ask one of our many repeat customers. As one might imagine, no business acquires the expertise, professionalism, and quality customer service required to remain successful for all those years without having to remedy some pretty serious electrical emergencies along the way.

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It doesn’t seem that long ago when most new homes required little more than AC electrical power lines, phone lines, and television cables. But our increasingly tech-savvy society definitely has required electrical services to change with the times when it comes to wiring for new homes.

One of the most reputable electricians in Little Rock, Gary Houston Electric Company has evolved with this trend toward more hi-tech homes. Backed by more than 35 years of industry experience, our crews have the skills and professionalism to complete even the most complex new home wiring jobs.

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Most of us know the basics of using electricity safely in our homes and businesses. However, electrical emergencies can occur sometimes that we have no control over, putting both our family and property at risk.

Gary Houston Electric Company (GHEC) has the experience and knowledge to address all your electrical needs, including emergency electrical maintenance. Although we hope you never have to deal with one, we’ve compiled a few items you should know about electrical emergencies.

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Electrical contracting, like other facets of modern construction, is a constantly changing industry. That being said, the contractor you use for the electrical construction aspect of your project should be knowledgeable of these changes and skilled in the most up-to-date techniques.

Electrical contracting provides light, power, and communications to buildings and communities across the U.S. It is an industry valued in this country at more than $130 billion annually and comprised of more than 70,000 firms employing more than 65,000 electrical workers.

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Lighting can play a huge role in attracting customers to your business when installed appropriately. From unique techniques and creative displays to every-day needs, it’s important to find a commercial electric lighting company that possesses extensive knowledge of this dynamic field.

For more than 35 years, Gary Houston Electric Company (GHEC) has recognized that lighting is a critical component of any enterprise. Not only do employees need functional lighting to perform, but customers want to see aesthetically pleasing objects and spaces when they come into your business.

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When it comes to your business, you leave nothing to chance. Just as finding a commercial electrical company you can trust is important to you, earning and maintaining that trust is key to Gary Houston Electric Company’s philosophy.

We provide commercial electrical services for new construction, planning and design, general repairs, and lighting. Our commercial experience includes, but is not limited to, the completion of scores of successful projects in retail spaces, restaurants, office spaces, and warehouses.

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If you need to find an electrician in Central Arkansas, why not go with a reputable team that has been in the business for more than 35 years?

During that time, Gary Houston Electric Co. has established long-term relationships with our clients. In fact, the majority of our work comes from repeat customers. We’ve gained their trust by providing quality and timely electrical contracting services – and excellent customer service every step of the way.

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Electrical problems are a common cause of fires in the home – but they don’t have to be.

An average of nearly 48,000 U.S. house fires caused by electrical failure or malfunction are reported annually. The result: roughly 450 civilian deaths, 1,500 civilian injuries, and $1.5 billion in property damage.

About half of these fires involve electrical distribution or lighting equipment. The remainder are caused by equipment like fans, washers, dryers, space heaters, and air conditioners.

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At Gary Houston Electric Company, we know you have a choice in commercial electrical service providers. Whether you need work on new construction or commercial remodels, we have the expertise you’ve come to expect.

So when choosing which Little Rock electrical contractors to rely on for your project, we’ve put together some pointers to make sure you’re getting your money’s worth:

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While we know installing a back-up emergency generator is the best way for businesses to prepare for power outages, we realize some don’t have one. In that case, you should certainly plan for that investment.

Meanwhile, outages can happen for any number of reasons – potentially wreaking havoc on your bottom line. In the event of such an emergency, rest assured you can rely on our team of experts to come to your rescue.

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