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Thursday, February 18, 2021
Homeowners seek to upgrade existing features in their homes for a variety of reasons.
Monday, January 18, 2021
We all look for ways to save money, and many times, it only means more money stays in our pockets.
Thursday, December 10, 2020
When you are thinking about a home renovation, the most exciting part is usually finding the paint colors, new fixtures, and decorations that make your dream space come to life.
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Get ready Michiganders! With the cold winter months settling in, keeping your home warm is a top priority.
Thursday, September 24, 2020
Regular maintenance and repairs is a common thing in any household or business.
Thursday, August 20, 2020
Commercial and residential generators are excellent resources to have in any home or business due to the convenience of round-the-clock power supply.
Monday, July 20, 2020
Whether you are remodeling a kitchen, or putting some lighting upgrades in your living room, adding recessed lighting provides both ambiance and convenience to any room.
Monday, July 13, 2020
Home generators are convenient ways for homeowners to remain connected to sources of power should a power shortage occurs, or your local electrical grid fails. Whether you are new to using a generator, or have some experience using one, there are a few things you should know to be aware of going forward.
Thursday, May 14, 2020
Power outages are unexpected hazards that can leave you and your family in limbo. Without power supply, indoor-and-outdoor lighting goes out, food in the refrigerator spoils, heat and air conditioning units won’t operate, among other issues.
Friday, April 10, 2020
As winter comes to a close, in comes the spring, and spring-cleaning mode! Along with the duties of spring cleaning comes other to-dos on the list to be checked off. One of them should be monitoring your business or home electrical work to see if anything needs to be updated.
Thursday, March 26, 2020
Due to recent events involving COVID-19 (Coronavirus), we want to assure you that Lakepointe Electric has a business continuity plan in place to protect our employees, customers and business. We are consistently adapting to this situation as it unfolds.
Sunday, March 1, 2020
Electrical codes are the guidelines electricians use to protect home-and-businessowners. While electrical workers inspect your home or business, they are looking for certain criteria to determine what kind of work needs to be done so that safety is the top priority. Here at Lakepointe Electric, we understand what to do to be compliant with electrical codes so that you don’t have to!
Monday, February 10, 2020
The 10kW1 standby generator is a home generator that brings peace of mind to your family during a power outage. Intended for smaller-scale homes, the 10kW1 generator still packs plenty of power so the simple circuits and appliances in your home stay on during an outage. With the 12kW1 home generator, keep the warmth of your family and power the basics that can get you through a power outage. Intended for smaller-and-medium-scale homes, this generator still packs plenty of power. The ease of this machine allows simple circuits and small appliances in your home to remain on and functional during an outage.
Monday, December 9, 2019
Why Michigan Residents Opt for DIY Electrical Work Installation
As a busy individual who is trying to save time and money, completing your own electrical work yourself may seem to make sense. Your local home improvement store has all the necessary tools and materials you need to get the job done yourself. Plus, there is no waiting and no extra cost associated with the work you do yourself.
Friday, November 15, 2019
The holiday season is coming upon us, which means it’s time to consider ways to cut down on energy consumption and save some money for all those presents! Lakepointe Electric is here to help you so that you and your family can not only enjoy the festivities of the holiday season but also cut on costs while you’re at it. From LED Christmas lights to Smart Home Installation, we have the solutions you need!
Thursday, October 24, 2019
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, a typical home in the United States loses its power only a couple of times per year for about three hours on average. Though, it isn’t uncommon to lose power for days, if not weeks, especially during harsh, inclement weather or other electrical complications.
Monday, September 9, 2019
Although safety switches and circuit breakers both promote safety and prevent damage to you and your property, they are two different devices. Unfortunately, there are a lot of misunderstandings about these two electrical safety devices and can be confusing.
Friday, July 26, 2019
With days of soaring temperatures, Summer storms are always a great possibility. When the sky gets dark and those heavy clouds roll in, a wild thunderstorm is probably on the way. With this, sometimes comes the inevitable power outage. Most think this is easier to deal with than a winter outage. After all, you don’t have to worry about freezing or keeping warm.
Tuesday, July 2, 2019
While most people often think that a generators main use is to supply power during a power outage, they are used for so much more. There are many industries that use generators and rely on them heavily. This article will discuss a few different things that electric generators are used for.
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
There are some things you just shouldn’t attempt a DIY project with, and electricity is one of them. You can read every book on becoming an electrician or have a friend who says that they know what they are doing, but there are so many disasters that can take place if the project is not done correctly. For instance, it could potentially start a fire and cause severe damage to your home or even burn your house down. This is not a risk you would want to take.