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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.
Tuesday, April 30, 2019
Many people experience power outages at least once a year. When this happens, it causes a major inconvenience. Not only because your electricity is gone, but it could even mean that tons of food in your refrigerator will go to waste as well. It is recommended that after 4 hours of a power outage, you begin to monitor the temperature of the inside of your fridge. Most perishable foods will need to be thrown out after two more hours. One way to prevent nuisances like this is to purchase a generator. There are three main types of generators: Home Standby, Large Inverter, and Portable generators.
Friday, February 1, 2019
Power outages can cause quite a few problems for you and your family. They can cause the foods in your refrigerator to spoil, some hazards when it comes to walking through your home in the dark, and even keeping the heat or air conditioning on in extreme weather conditions. They can be considered inconvenient, at best. Home generators can create tolerable living arrangements when the power goes out.
Friday, January 11, 2019
Having a home standby generator is important during the winter months – when ice and snow storms frequently strike and cause power outages. And Lakepointe Electric offers a full selection of Briggs and Stratton home standby generators – as well as professional installation. However, as a home owner or renter looking to save money, should you consider DIY generator installation?
Friday, December 14, 2018
Welcome to another Michigan winter. This season is a time to participate in winter activities such as skiing, sledding, and snowboarding. But, unfortunately, the winter months often bring storms that threaten the safety of family, businesses, and individuals. However, there are measures you can take to minimize winter storm risks – such as purchasing a Briggs and Stratton home standby generator from Lakepointe Electric to guard your home and daily routine against power outages.
Friday, December 14, 2018
With a Briggs and Stratton Home Standby generator from Lakepointe Electric, power outages have minimal impact on everyday life. These generators kick in almost instantaneously when power fails and shut off automatically when service is restored. However, if you do not have a Briggs and Stratton Home Standby Generator, there are a few things that you can do to protect yourself and your family.
Friday, November 16, 2018
Lakepointe Electric carries Briggs and Stratton Generators exclusively for several reasons. While brands like Generac dominate the home standby generator aisles at big-box stores, we prefer Briggs and Stratton.
Thursday, November 15, 2018
If you are thinking of making a few changes to your home’s interior, consider recessed lighting as an option. For certain rooms, recessed lighting is perfect.
Monday, October 22, 2018
The lighting professionals at Lakepointe Electric want all Michigan residents to have a fun and safe Halloween.