Selling your home can be extremely stress-inducing. First and foremost, it must pass inspection in order to be placed on the housing market. There is a slew of common, easy electrical repairs which cause most homeowners to fail inspections. Bad… Read More
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How TriStar Goes Above and Beyond with Ceiling Fan Installation
Ceiling fan installation is a commonly requested service here at TriStar Electric, along with repairs and replacements. We know the importance of having a working fan for proper air circulation and, depending on the fan, reliable lighting. That’s why we… Read More
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Important Surge Protection Advice from Our Service Dept. Manager, Greg!
TriStar Electric’s very own Service Department Manager, Greg, has offered great surge protection advice for our readers. It’s looking like it’ll be a stormy season this year, so you don’t want to put your electronics and appliances at risk of… Read More
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It’s Storm Season: Make Sure Your Generator Maintenance is Up to Date
The time of year for regular thunderstorms has officially begun. While they are often fun to watch (from the safety of your home, of course!), severe storms often come with power outages. Sometimes, these outages take a while to repair…. Read More
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Taking Earth Day Initiatives with Energy Efficient Lighting
Earth Day 2016 has already passed, but its valiant efforts for a greener planet don’t stop there. Earth Day is part of a project meant to create awareness about the importance of living green for the future of our planet,… Read More
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Memorial Day Plans Aren’t Complete Without Outdoor Lighting
It’s a great time of year for outdoor entertainment! The weather is warming up, and Memorial Day is almost upon us—which means it’s almost time to open pools and enjoy cookouts. But pool volleyball and the smell of hamburgers on… Read More
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The Major Advantages of a Generator in DC, MD & VA
The highly populated DC, MD and VA area is prone to power outages. Maryland isn’t called “America in Miniature” for no reason. We experience all types of weather, from snow, to thunderstorms and high winds – all of which are… Read More
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TriStar Electric Earns Esteemed 2015 Angie’s List Super Service Award
Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service TriStar Electric has earned the service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of service provided to members of the local services marketplace and consumer review site… Read More
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What are the 3 Types of Home Lighting?
There are multiple lighting systems working together throughout your home to create a dynamic, comfortable, and functional atmosphere. The American Lighting Association lists the three types of home lighting as: ambient lighting, task lighting, and accent lighting. Keep reading to… Read More
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Did You Remember to Check Your Smoke Detectors on DST Sunday?
By now, we’ve all hopefully completed the tedious task of turning forward all of our clocks for Daylight Savings Time (DST), which occurred March 13th. But while you were “springing forward”, did you remember to check your smoke detectors and… Read More