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As technology becomes more integral to our daily lives, the demand for electricity in our homes continues to increase. However, many older homes were not built to handle the power needs of today’s modern appliances, smart devices, and entertainment systems. This can lead to overloaded circuits, freq...

In today's technology-driven world, ensuring that your home or business is equipped with the latest electrical safety systems is crucial. From safeguarding your property against potential hazards to maintaining compliance with current safety standards, modern electrical safety technologies can help...

In our homes and workplaces, a reliable electrical system is not just a convenience but a necessity. Regular checks and inspections, often overlooked, play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and longevity of these systems. Unlimited Electric understands the importance of preventative...

In our rapidly evolving digital age, the electrical systems in many older homes struggle to keep up with the increasing demands of modern technology and appliances. Upgrading old home electrical systems is not only crucial for enhancing functionality and accommodating new devices but also for ensuri...

Electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly gaining popularity, bringing with them the demand for dependable and efficient EV charging stations. Unlimited Electric stands as your trusted partner for top-notch, professional installation services, catering to both residential and commercial needs. We o...

As a business owner, you know how important it is to have a dependable team to handle your electrical needs. Your electrical systems play a crucial role in the smooth operation of your business, and you can't afford to have them fail. Your best bet is to turn to a team of professionals who have the...

Keeping your home safe from electrical hazards should always be a top priority, especially when it comes to creating a conducive environment. One of the most common causes of electrical fires is overloaded outlets. This can happen when you plug numerous electrical devices into one outlet or use exte...

If there’s one thing that unites virtually homeowner with a family, it’s the deep-seeded desire to protect those you love most. Unfortunately, you can’t be at home 24 hours a day making sure that every aspect of your home is functioning safely, and this is especially true when it comes to overseeing...

Regardless of whether you live in an older, historic home or operate your business from a facility that was built decades ago, having an outdated lighting system LED retrofitted offers a long list of benefits. For starters, LED is substantially more energy-efficient and cost-effective than tradition...

Try as we may to keep things safe at home, it’s been estimated that each year there are more than 50,000 electrical fires reported in the Unites States, resulting in approximately 500 deaths, close to 1,500 injuries, and nearly 1.5 billion dollars in property damage. Many of these unfortunate events...

Buying a new home is one of the most exciting things anyone can do, though very few homes, even new construction homes, have all of the electrical features that you may want or need.  In some cases, the lighting may be scarce in certain rooms or not in-line with your preferred design style.  For oth...

If you’re like so many others who’ve become increasingly concerned with improving safety and security at home, you already know the importance of keeping your property and all entry points well-lit. Many homeowners, however, are relying on exterior lights that barely provide any real illumination at...

It’s understandable that very few homeowners ever give a second thought to their electrical box, especially when the lights are on and everything is functioning as it should.  But like all complex structures, the safety and proper function of a home’s electrical box is at the mercy of how well it ha...

If you’ve never heard of Electrical Safety Month, it’s safe to say that you’re not alone. It’s not one of those things that the masses get excited about, and relatively new in comparison to other well-known awareness campaigns. In our industry, though, it’s a big deal. Summer is one of the worst mon...

While they may be similar in principal, the unique electrical needs of today’s businesses vary greatly from those required by the average homeowner. The scope of each system is far more complex, there’s a lot more juice running through the circuits, and downtime can mean the difference between a rou...

While there’s never a good time to suffer a residential fire or serious electrical system failure, going through it during the frigid winter months can be especially stressful.  And when you factor in everything that’s been taking place throughout 2020, the process only becomes all the more stressfu...

Of the many ways to improve the look and feel your home, having custom or specialty lighting installed ranks high among the most effective and dazzling.  There are styles and designs available to perfectly complement every type of home style and décor, perfect for any home owner who’s looking for a...

It’s safe to assume that most homeowners know exactly what to do when a light bulb burns out, or when the circuit breaker trips.  But what do you do in the event of more complex and confusing residential electrical problems?  With the exception of those who have training, expertise, or a broad under...

Electrical fires are consistently one of the most common causes of all residential fires, with many happening in the overnight hours and while families are sleeping or away from their homes.  Sadly, the holiday season is notorious for electrical fires as more people use space heaters, electric firep...

For many Western NY homeowners, deciding to upgrade an older lighting system to LED is all about energy efficiency. For just as many others, it’s a matter of enjoying more modern styling, advanced features and improved performance. Regardless of the specific reason, LED retrofitting is an excellent...

Does My Home Need an Electrical Service Upgrade? There are many reasons why a homeowner would choose to upgrade their electrical system. In some cases it’s a matter of necessity, such as a catastrophic failure of their current system, increased temporary blackouts, or lighting and appliance funct...

It’s both sad and ironic that most homeowners don’t become aware of the need for surge protection until after they’ve lost something of considerable value… some expensive stereo equipment, a computer loaded with irreplaceable work and personal data, the family’s fancy new television, etc.  Couple th...

Installing a new swimming pool is a complex task that many go into without considering all the variables associated with setup, maintenance and ongoing care.  And while many of these can be learned as you become more familiar with pool ownership, pool wiring is one aspect that should never be attemp...

It’s not uncommon for homes, even newer homes, to lose power from time to time.  Whether it’s a downed power line, damage at a neighborhood substation, or larger issues with a local or regional transformer, there’s not a lot homeowners can do to eliminate or prevent power losses beyond their control...

Electric work is not the right career path for everybody. The risky, high-stakes work of an electrician requires special traits and qualities. Attention to detail, extreme carefulness, and good problem-solving skills are some of the top traits to look for when you decide to hire an electrician....