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News, Safety | September 2, 2010

Recent Volunteer Work with Camp Compass – Setting up Security Lighting

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

News | June 21, 2010

Using a Generator: Tips and Reminders

generator_jd3000_1The 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 »

Ways to save | June 11, 2010

Refrigerators and Power

Sun Frost refrigerators and freezers are so outstandingly energy-efficient, powering a home with solar power or other low output energy sources is both feasible and affordable.

Sun Frost refrigerators and freezers are so outstandingly energy-efficient, powering a home with solar power or other low output energy sources is both feasible and affordable.

Refrigerators are usually responsible for a large part of your electric bill, especially if you have an older model that may not be energy efficient. They run non stop, around the clock, keeping our food cold and frozen. Read the rest here »

News | April 21, 2010

Solar Lighting Options

Solar sign lighting in Jennersville Pa.

Solar sign lighting in Jennersville Pa.

Solar lighting for your home or business help you save big on your electric bill, as well as expensive excavation for underground wiring. We can install low maintenance clean energy solar  lighting systems  for signs, parking lots, parks and landscapes.

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Side view, showing solar panels

Pictured here is a solar lighting project that we completed for Remax in Jennersville in Penn Township in Jennersville, Pennsylvania.

News | March 9, 2010

Big Solar Power Rebates Available

The PP&L utility company has just begun offering rebates to customers who install solar power systems. Residential customers can apply for a solar panel rebate of $2 per watt, up to $5,000.

The rebate program funds are limited, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

News, Ways to save | February 26, 2010

Go Green! We Install Solar Panels

solar-panels1Southern Chester County Electric is going green and now install solar energy panels. Read the rest here »

Safety | October 8, 2009

Don’t Forget the Smoke Detectors

smoke-detectorIt’s that time of year again; time to change our clocks back, and also time to change the batteries of our smoke detectors.
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News, Safety | August 5, 2009

Surge Protectors

it-surgeWith the recent storms we have had in our area, I received several calls for power outages. While investigating the outages in people’s homes, I found a lot of surge protectors to be blown out. Read the rest here »

Safety | July 9, 2009

Summer Safety Tips

weatherproof-cover-6Southern Chester County Electric wants you to have a fun and safe summer and would like to give you some summer time safety tips.

Remember to test your GFCI breakers and GFCI outlets monthly. If the breakers or outlets are not working properly they should be replaced. These devices will prevent you and your family from electric shock.

Swimming pools, hot tubs and spas should all be protected by GFCI’s. It is important that you avoide running extension cords from inside the house to power outside equipments since your inside outlets are most likely not GFCI protected.

News, Ways to save | May 28, 2009

Whole House Fans

hv1000-22-black-openWhole house fans are a great way to cool your house down and save energy. If you have a house that doesn’t have a/c or if you don’t like a/c a whole house fan may be the answer. Read the rest here »


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