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Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling, you should always insist on the best in terms of materials and contractors. And when it comes to residential electricians in Little Rock, you should look no further than Gary Houston Electric.

Our team of professionals are licensed, bonded, and insured, and our commitment to professionalism and customer service is unrivaled in Arkansas. We will work within your timeframe and budget, and will do all work to your specifications.

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When planning your home’s lighting, whether for new construction or a remodeling project, there’s more to it than pulling wire and stringing light bulbs, or at least there is if you want to get the most out of your lighting. As the incandescent light bulb is gradually phased out, your primary lighting choices are halogen, CFL, and LED, each with its own advantages and disadvantages relating to cost, longevity and durability.

Beyond that, the lighting choices you make in your home provide more than light to see by. Lighting can be used to set a mood, provide atmosphere and ambiance, or to draw the eye by highlighting certain features or areas. For outside areas as well as inside, you want to make sure you get the proper light placement with appropriate intensity, and options to incorporate remote control, timers, light sensors, and dimmers.

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When you are looking for a qualified electrical contractor there are a number of important considerations. At Gary Houston Electric Company, we believe five qualities are absolute must-haves in commercial electricians and residential electricians alike:

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Arkansas has some of the most unpredictable weather in the US. Especially when winter has arrived. One minute there’s a slight but bearable chill, and the next minute it’s below freezing, and you’re opening every cabinet in the house so the heat can keep your pipes warm.

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Whether updating the lighting in your existing home or planning the installation for your dream home, modern technology and design offers a plethora of innovative concepts for creating brilliant and practical spaces with light. And with quality lighting installation, you’ll be equally amazed at how much proper residential lighting will improve both your home – and your wallet, by achieving higher energy efficiency.

Gary Houston Electric Company (GHEC) continues to earn its reputation as the right choice for residential lighting in Little Rock, AR and surrounding areas, as well as any other electrical work, including commercial jobs.

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If you’re about to embark on an electrician search to complete a repair or other electrical project for your home, choosing an experienced, professional electrician is crucial. Your decision ultimately could mean the difference between a job well done and your worst nightmare, particularly if you need complete electrical wiring for a new home or a major renovation.

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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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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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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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