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Inexpensive Ways To ‘Go Green’

Going ‘green’ and installing renewable energy systems, such as solar and wind power, are great investments for the future. Unfortunately many can’t afford to install a these types of systems.

But you don’t have to be a millionaire or refinance your house to go green. There are small changes that can make a big difference. Changing your energy consumption by using more energy efficient lighting and appliances is one example.

Another easy way to go green is to change to a energy supplier that invests in green energy. The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission offers tips for comparing and choosing a better energy provider on their website (papowerswitch.com). You can also go with the renewable energy add-on option to your current energy suppler and support local renewable energy like PPL Energy Plus. Feel free to contact us for more info.

New Generator Installation

When the utility power goes out this family in Nottingham Township Chester County doesn’t have to worry.

This 17 k standby generator by Generac automatically turns on keeps the house up and running. It will keep the heat on, the refrigerators, freezers, pumps, lights, tvs and computers going.

We can help you choose and install the best generator for your needs and budget.

Electric Power Lines and Ice Storm Safety

This picture shows down live wires supplying power to a house in Oxford, PA.

The recent ice storm caused several outages in the Delaware Valley. PECO reported to have 100,000 customers without power in Delaware, Chester, Bucks and Montgomery counties.

When ice accumulates on the wires and on the trees, the wires become damaged from the excess weight and from the trees and branches that fall on the wires. Read the rest here »

Safely Install Electrical Equipment in Outbuildings

When installing electrical equipment in outbuilding such as barns, sheds and garages, it is important to consider basic electrical safety.

Electric is easy to take for granted and basic safety for your outlets can be overlooked. Read the rest here »

Light Repair for Veterans Memorial Flag

Southern Chester County Electric recently repaired a spot light that lights up the Penn Township Veterans memorial flags in the Penn Township Park in Jennersville. Read the rest here »

Electric Safety Tips for the Holidays

Southern Chester County Electric would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday. Here are some safety tips for the holiday season.

• Make sure that all of your outside Christmas lights are plugged into GFCI protected outlets to prevent electric shock hazards.
• Test your GFCI outlets and breakers to make sure they are working properly.
• Approved weather proof covers should be used on all outside outlets to prevent water from entering outlets and plugs.
• Never use a aluminum ladder when installing Christmas lights or any lights or wiring.

Long time friend Fred Venti and wife Carol enjoying a brisk night admiring the beautiful Christmas lights at the Simpers home.

Recent Outdoor Electrical Installation

The Simpers had a very specific need for outside outlets this year. They had a vision of Christmas balls of light hanging from several trees on their property. We installed outside outlets for them.

Tom Simpers of the Simpers Agency in picture standing with the balls of light.

Recent Solar Panel Installation with Enphase Micro Inverters

We recently installed a roof-mount system of solar panels using Enphase micro-inverters. The micro-inverters we installed connect directly to each solar panel changing DC to AC power for a quicker, safer installation and also makes your panels more productive and more reliable. Read the rest here »

Recent Volunteer Work with Camp Compass – Setting up Security Lighting

Recently I volunteered my time for a great organization called Camp Compass. This organization does some wonderful work helping local kids. Read the rest here »

Using a Generator: Tips and Reminders

The recent storms caused a lot of power outages and the need for people to run generators. Using a generator to supply temporary power to the home can help to keep important things running such as the refrigerators, well pumps, sump pumps, sewer pumps and other equipment that if down for to long can cause flooding and all kinds of problems. Read the rest here »