Consumer Tips – R&D Electrical, LLC

Office Lighting Equals Productivity

Lighting can simply transform a space, inside or outside. From something drab and dull to simply gorgeous. A space that resembles a cave can be changed to an inviting and warm- feeling space that makes people want to be there. It is a fact that good lighting increases productivity, and the attitudes of employees. A…

Generator Rentals Keep the Power On

The team at R&D Electrical assists commercial businesses, maintenance people and other customers to select the appropriate rental generator, transfer switch or switch gear. Do you have a contingency plan in place? Our electricians will be able to determine what size and type generator you are going to need, they will measure the load on…

Why You Need A Torque and Clean

A torque and clean is a process done by a qualified electrical contractor, to perform required maintenance to your electrical system’s components. Your electrical gear is just like anything else and needs preventive maintenance. It is usually done after hours or on weekends during a scheduled shutdown, and is done with the power off and…

When Your Business Is Struck By Lightning

Mother nature can be beautiful with the birds chirping and fluffy clouds on a blue sky. But here in the Lone Star State, just wait a minute and it’ll change. Storms baffle even the best weather forecaster, they come and go quickly, and sometimes they decide to stay a while. During the high winds, pounding…

Backup Power System Pros and Cons

There are few things that are more disruptive to a business than the power going out. Whether your business relies on computers alone or complex machinery, it cannot operate without power. In areas where power failures, blackout or brownouts are common, or where equipment uptime is critical, that means that you need a backup plan.…

What It Means When Your Outlet Sparks

Being a professional electrician, I get asked this question quite often, “why does my plug spark when I plug something in?” The answer is easy, “well, that all depends….” Is my standard reply. There are several reasons that sparking could occur when you plug something in. Let’s look at the most common issues, what you…

Christmas Lights and Electricity

Everyone likes twinkling Christmas lights. From the mega shows to the small Charlie Brown tree, they liven up the holidays. Nostalgia and memories flood in like the scene in “A Christmas Story” as dad goes to replace the fuse in the fuse box when it blows the instant the tree is plugged in, and we…

LED Stands for Savings

Creating a better bottom line has always been the main focus of any business, which means keeping costs down wherever possible. When it comes to fixed costs, that can be difficult in some areas, but one of the easiest ways to pursue this course of action is to schedule an LED lighting installation. Until the…

3 Reasons You Should Hire a Professional

1. Safety An electrical panel is the main distribution point for your building’s electrical circuits. An electrician is equipped with the appropriate tools and knowledge to safely disconnect and relocate the breaker and branch circuits in each panel, minimizing any chances of personal injury and ensuring your business’ lights continue running as they should. 2. National…