Installing Outdoor Lighting: 10 Safety Considerations
Installing outdoor lighting around your home or commercial space is always a good idea. A well-lit property not only boosts your curb appeal, but also enhances safety as residents, workers, and customers walk to and from your building. If you're ready to light up and...
Average Cost of Solar Power and Other Solar Installation Questions Answered
Are you considering a solar energy system for your home or business in New York? If you are, then you probably have plenty of questions: What’s the average cost of solar power? How much can I save on my electric bills? Is it worth the...
The Palm Beach Post Feature
Planta, a Toronto-born concept, was named one of the top 50 restaurants for vegetarians in America last year. A fashionable new plant-based restaurant is headed to Rosemary Square in West Palm Beach. View Article...
What Could Cause a Breaker to Keep Tripping?
A circuit breaker tripping every so often is nothing to be too concerned about. However, there may be times when you notice that a breaker is tripping several times a month, a week, or even daily. That’s definitely not normal and indicates a more serious...
Recessed Lighting Pros and Cons
Recessed lighting is a specific type of lighting fixture that is installed into a hollow opening in the ceiling of a home or office. It’s been a popular option for decades because it has a range of benefits. However, there are certain drawbacks to recessed...
Preventing Electrical Accidents in the Workplace
Preventing electrical accidents in the workplace may seem like a no-brainer, but electrical hazards are not always obvious to spot. In fact, in the United States one of the most common causes of injury, and even death, at the workplace is electrocution. Additionally, workers can...
Illuminate Commercial Space with High-Intensity Discharge Lighting
Do you know about high-intensity discharge lighting? It's certainly a mouthful, but once you look past the seemingly complex name, you'll discover a fascinating lighting technology with an array of benefits for your office or commercial space. Let's look at what high-intensity discharge lighting is...
What’s the Difference Between GFCI and AFCI Outlets?
If you do any research about residential or commercial electrical wiring or electrical repair, then you’ll no doubt come across the terms GFCI outlets and AFCI outlets. Both types of outlets are essential to the proper and safe functioning of any electrical system. But you...
Fall Energy Saving Tips to Implement Now
Check Out These Fall Energy Saving Tips As The Crisp Season Rolls In Fall weather has finally arrived! Many of us are glad to see the hot, sticky days of summer behind us and are enjoying the crisp, cool autumn air. But we all know that...
Preparing for an Electrical Socket Replacement
As long-time specialized electricians, we at Apollo Electric have seen our fair share of electrical problems. One common situation you run into is an electrical socket replacement. In this blog, we'll outline some of our preferred tips that our clients follow to prepare for this...