Ceiling Fan Installation
Ceiling fans are super heavy and installations can be long and complicated. Save the strain and your patience for other endeavors with careful, professional installation by Fivestar Electric.
Summer energy savings: In hot weather, ceiling fans create a cool, downward breeze allowing you to turn the thermostat up a few degrees to save energy, without compromising comfort. Ceiling fans also circulate air throughout the home so that it does not become too damp or stale.
Even Winter Savings: Ceiling fans also help to reduce energy costs in winter. In winter, heated air rises and hangs near your ceiling. Ceiling fans, set in reverse, efficiently push that air back down saving you having to blast the heat.
Dual Function: Most ceiling fans come equipped with overhead lighting. If you don’t have one, let us upgrade it!
Useful indoors and outdoors: Outdoor use fans are great for patios where they can make backyard parties more enjoyable.
Fancy and Functional: Versatile ceiling fans come in a world of unique designs, to complement your décor in the kitchen, dining room, bedrooms, front porch, living room and other areas of the home. You can find almost any combination of size, features, number of blades, blade material, metal finish, and lighting styles. In any part of the house, properly chosen ceiling fans draw your attention upward to showcase ceiling detail or make rooms look larger.
Ceiling Fan Installation
Ceiling fans are super heavy and installations can be long and complicated. Save the strain and your patience for other endeavors with careful, professional installation by Fivestar Electric.
Summer energy savings: In hot weather, ceiling fans create a cool, downward breeze allowing you to turn the thermostat up a few degrees to save energy, without compromising comfort. Ceiling fans also circulate air throughout the home so that it does not become too damp or stale.
Even Winter Savings: Ceiling fans also help to reduce energy costs in winter. In winter, heated air rises and hangs near your ceiling. Ceiling fans, set in reverse, efficiently push that air back down saving you having to blast the heat.
Dual Function: Most ceiling fans come equipped with overhead lighting. If you don’t have one, let us upgrade it!
Useful indoors and outdoors: Outdoor use fans are great for patios where they can make backyard parties more enjoyable.
Fancy and Functional: Versatile ceiling fans come in a world of unique designs, to complement your décor in the kitchen, dining room, bedrooms, front porch, living room and other areas of the home. You can find almost any combination of size, features, number of blades, blade material, metal finish, and lighting styles. In any part of the house, properly chosen ceiling fans draw your attention upward to showcase ceiling detail or make rooms look larger.
Exhaust Fan Installation
Exhaust fans divert unpleasant odors, control temperature, and regulate moisture that could lead to damage, mold, and mildew in your home. You can trust in Fivestar Electric for the professional installation and proper sizing that are key to safe, efficient exhaust fan operation.
Removes excess grease from air (cooking)
Prevents condensation and limits mold growth (showering)
Comfort and convenience
Odor control and quick ventilation of fumes
Better indoor air quality
Prevents damage to walls and the home’s structure
Exhaust Fan Installation
Exhaust fans divert unpleasant odors, control temperature, and regulate moisture that could lead to damage, mold, and mildew in your home. You can trust in Fivestar Electric for the professional installation and proper sizing that are key to safe, efficient exhaust fan operation.
Removes excess grease from air (cooking)
Prevents condensation and limits mold growth (showering)
Comfort and convenience
Odor control and quick ventilation of fumes
Better indoor air quality
Prevents damage to walls and the home’s structure
EV Installation and Service
Dragging out an extension cord out to your electrical vehicle? Professionally installed charging stations offer convenience and safety for both your vehicle and your home. Let us install peace of mind and car charging power in your home.
Install an EV charging station at your home for increased cost savings and convenience.
Now that you’ve joined the ranks of environmentally conscious and smart consumers everywhere, make sure you’re fully enjoying the electric vehicle experience. Install an electric vehicle charging station in your own home.
If you own an electric vehicle, and you’d like the convenience and safety offered by an at-home charging station–talk to the electrical experts at Fivestar Electric. We’re happy to answer any questions you may have. We offer a selection of the most advanced, fully featured residential charging systems available and provide professional EVSE installation and service.
EV Installation and Service
Dragging out an extension cord out to your electrical vehicle? Professionally installed charging stations offer convenience and safety for both your vehicle and your home. Let us install peace of mind and car charging power in your home.
Install an EV charging station at your home for increased cost savings and convenience.
Now that you’ve joined the ranks of environmentally conscious and smart consumers everywhere, make sure you’re fully enjoying the electric vehicle experience. Install an electric vehicle charging station in your own home.
If you own an electric vehicle, and you’d like the convenience and safety offered by an at-home charging station–talk to the electrical experts at Fivestar Electric. We’re happy to answer any questions you may have. We offer a selection of the most advanced, fully featured residential charging systems available and provide professional EVSE installation and service.
Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detectors
Maintaining your carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are two of the easiest things you can do to ensure your safety at home. Remembering to change the batteries and test them regularly are easy habits to put off, but put safety first and make them part of your regular home maintenance routine, along with changing your air filters and scheduling an annual electrical inspection.
Smoke Detector Installation
The U.S. Fire Association (USFA) reports that fires cause an average of 3,040 deaths and 14,960 injuries per year in the U.S.
Today, most state and local laws require that smoke detectors be installed anyplace there is human habitation. These laws require that smoke detectors be near every bedroom in the house and in some cases, they must be present in stairways, halls, and garages. In addition, new construction laws require that smoke detectors be hooked up to the electrical wiring, be interconnected, and have a battery backup system in place.
The National Fire Protection Association highly recommends replacing your smoke detectors every ten years because as the systems age, the electrical components become less reliable.
Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detectors
Maintaining your carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are two of the easiest things you can do to ensure your safety at home. Remembering to change the batteries and test them regularly are easy habits to put off, but put safety first and make them part of your regular home maintenance routine, along with changing your air filters and scheduling an annual electrical inspection.
Smoke Detector Installation
The U.S. Fire Association (USFA) reports that fires cause an average of 3,040 deaths and 14,960 injuries per year in the U.S.
Today, most state and local laws require that smoke detectors be installed anyplace there is human habitation. These laws require that smoke detectors be near every bedroom in the house and in some cases, they must be present in stairways, halls, and garages. In addition, new construction laws require that smoke detectors be hooked up to the electrical wiring, be interconnected, and have a battery backup system in place.
The National Fire Protection Association highly recommends replacing your smoke detectors every ten years because as the systems age, the electrical components become less reliable.
Childproofing your home electrically
Though childproof outlets appear identical to standard wall outlets. Spring-loaded outlet cover plates protect electrical contacts, preventing the insertion of objects when unequal pressure is applied in the outlet’s contact points.
For adults who know how to properly operate a plug, using a childproof outlet is simple. These outlets do not require the strength or knowledge required to operate most other childproof devices. In order to insert a plug into the outlet, simply apply equal pressure to both sides simultaneously (as you would normally do) which allows the outlet’s safety cover plate to open.
Nearly one-third of accidents occur when a child inserts common household items into outlets, 70 percent of them occurring when adults are present. Items that children insert into outlets can be found anywhere, and include:
- Hairpins
- Keys
- Plugs
- Paper clips and staples
- Tools
- Jewelry
- Belt buckles
- Nail files
- Knives
- And more
When selecting childproof outlets for your home, avoid those that require you to screw plugs in place, as they are not only inconvenient but present a fire hazard. In addition, once outlets are installed, avoid the use of plastic plugs – your outlets are now tamper-proof, and these items present a choking hazard to small children.
To ensure safety through the proper installation of childproof outlets in your home, contact us!
Update Your Home to Include Child Proof Outlets
For just pennies more than traditional outlets, you can make it safer for your family by having child proof outlets installed. In fact, childproof outlets have proven so effective that as of 2008, the National Electrical Code has required the installation of them in all new homes. Without childproof outlets, your child is at risk of:
Childproofing your home electrically
Though childproof outlets appear identical to standard wall outlets. Spring-loaded outlet cover plates protect electrical contacts, preventing the insertion of objects when unequal pressure is applied in the outlet’s contact points.
For adults who know how to properly operate a plug, using a childproof outlet is simple. These outlets do not require the strength or knowledge required to operate most other childproof devices. In order to insert a plug into the outlet, simply apply equal pressure to both sides simultaneously (as you would normally do) which allows the outlet’s safety cover plate to open.
Nearly one-third of accidents occur when a child inserts common household items into outlets, 70 percent of them occurring when adults are present. Items that children insert into outlets can be found anywhere, and include:
- Hairpins
- Keys
- Plugs
- Paper clips and staples
- Tools
- Jewelry
- Belt buckles
- Nail files
- Knives
- And more
When selecting childproof outlets for your home, avoid those that require you to screw plugs in place, as they are not only inconvenient but present a fire hazard. In addition, once outlets are installed, avoid the use of plastic plugs – your outlets are now tamper-proof, and these items present a choking hazard to small children.
To ensure safety through the proper installation of childproof outlets in your home, contact us!
Update Your Home to Include Child Proof Outlets
For just pennies more than traditional outlets, you can make it safer for your family by having child proof outlets installed. In fact, childproof outlets have proven so effective that as of 2008, the National Electrical Code has required the installation of them in all new homes. Without childproof outlets, your child is at risk of:
GFCIs
What Is a GFCI Outlet?
GFCI outlets are required in areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and garages, where the risk of electrical shock is greatest. GFCIs can be identified by the “test” and “reset” buttons located on the outlet. These outlets help protect you from electrical hazards by monitoring the amount of electricity flowing in a circuit. The moment the outlet detects an imbalance in the flow of electricity, the GFCI cuts off power to the outlet and trips the reset button.
Where Are GFCI Outlets Required?
GFCIs have been required in homes since 1971 when they were mandated for use with swimming pool equipment and along the exterior walls surrounding pools. Today, there are many other areas of your home where GFCI outlets are required, especially in areas where the risk of electrical shock is increased due to possible exposure to risk factors such as water.
GFCI outlets are required in:
Spa and pool areas since 1971
Your home’s exterior since 1973
Bathrooms since 1975
Garages since 1978
Kitchen countertops since 1987
Crawlspaces and unfinished basements since 1990
Wet bars since 1993
Laundry and utility sinks since 2005
Some Limitations
GFCI outlets should not be used as outlets for refrigerators or freezers. These appliances can generate electromagnetic interference that will trip GFCI outlets. Most stoves and dryers require 240 amp power outlets and are not compatible with GFCIs. Some small appliances with heating elements, such as irons, hair dryers or toaster ovens, can also trip GFCI outlets. Lastly, plugging too many devices into one extension cord will also trip the GFCI outlet the extension cord is plugged into.
GFCIs
What Is a GFCI Outlet?
GFCI outlets are required in areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and garages, where the risk of electrical shock is greatest. GFCIs can be identified by the “test” and “reset” buttons located on the outlet. These outlets help protect you from electrical hazards by monitoring the amount of electricity flowing in a circuit. The moment the outlet detects an imbalance in the flow of electricity, the GFCI cuts off power to the outlet and trips the reset button.
Where Are GFCI Outlets Required?
GFCIs have been required in homes since 1971 when they were mandated for use with swimming pool equipment and along the exterior walls surrounding pools. Today, there are many other areas of your home where GFCI outlets are required, especially in areas where the risk of electrical shock is increased due to possible exposure to risk factors such as water.
GFCI outlets are required in:
Spa and pool areas since 1971
Your home’s exterior since 1973
Bathrooms since 1975
Garages since 1978
Kitchen countertops since 1987
Crawlspaces and unfinished basements since 1990
Wet bars since 1993
Laundry and utility sinks since 2005
Some Limitations
GFCI outlets should not be used as outlets for refrigerators or freezers. These appliances can generate electromagnetic interference that will trip GFCI outlets. Most stoves and dryers require 240 amp power outlets and are not compatible with GFCIs. Some small appliances with heating elements, such as irons, hair dryers or toaster ovens, can also trip GFCI outlets. Lastly, plugging too many devices into one extension cord will also trip the GFCI outlet the extension cord is plugged into.
Whole Home Surge Protection
A power surge can get into your home and threaten any device plugged-in inside your house very easily. Simply plugging everything into a cheap surge protector and ending your worries there, is unsafe. Hard-wiring your surge protection will add another layer of protection for your appliances, devices, and family. Using Fivestar Electric Service will ensure it’s done correctly the first time.
Peace of mind with expensive electrical devices is easily attained after having us professionally install whole-home surge protection.
What Causes a Power Surge?
One of the most common reasons for power surges is the operation of heavy-duty electrical devices. Normal operation of high-power electrical equipment and devices can create heavy demands for electricity that can disrupt the constant flow of voltage in the electrical system. Fridges, AC units, and laundry machines are just a few large appliances that require a lot of electricity to switch motors and compressors on and off. The following can also cause power surges:
Bad electrical wiring
Downed power lines
Problems with utility company’s lines, transformers, or other components
Lightning is also a rare cause of power surges. Lightning may increase electrical pressure in wiring by millions of volts.
How Does a Whole House Surge Protector Work?
Whole house surge protectors work in much the same way, but they are built to withstand many power surges over the course of many years. They also protect all the appliances and devices receiving power from the electrical panel it’s wired to by diverting to metal oxide varistors (MOV) and displacing the surge. With the rise of smart devices controlling everything from temperature to what’s stocked in your fridge, having whole home protection for your smart home investments is a requirement.
Whole Home Surge Protection
A power surge can get into your home and threaten any device plugged-in inside your house very easily. Simply plugging everything into a cheap surge protector and ending your worries there, is unsafe. Hard-wiring your surge protection will add another layer of protection for your appliances, devices, and family. Using Fivestar Electric Service will ensure it’s done correctly the first time.
Peace of mind with expensive electrical devices is easily attained after having us professionally install whole-home surge protection.
What Causes a Power Surge?
One of the most common reasons for power surges is the operation of heavy-duty electrical devices. Normal operation of high-power electrical equipment and devices can create heavy demands for electricity that can disrupt the constant flow of voltage in the electrical system. Fridges, AC units, and laundry machines are just a few large appliances that require a lot of electricity to switch motors and compressors on and off. The following can also cause power surges:
Bad electrical wiring
Downed power lines
Problems with utility company’s lines, transformers, or other components
Lightning is also a rare cause of power surges. Lightning may increase electrical pressure in wiring by millions of volts.
How Does a Whole House Surge Protector Work?
Whole house surge protectors work in much the same way, but they are built to withstand many power surges over the course of many years. They also protect all the appliances and devices receiving power from the electrical panel it’s wired to by diverting to metal oxide varistors (MOV) and displacing the surge. With the rise of smart devices controlling everything from temperature to what’s stocked in your fridge, having whole home protection for your smart home investments is a requirement.
Solar Energy Systems
Adding a solar unit to your home or office can be both an attractive and affordable way to reduce your carbon footprint, increase the value of your property and save on energy bills. And, with over 65,000 new solar energy systems being installed annually because of their increased affordability and big government incentive programs, now is the time to update your home with a solar photovoltaic system.
Benefits of Solar Energy Systems
Promotes Energy Independence
Unlike fossil fuels which are heavily taxed, the sun is a free and available resource. We can still enjoy our home and all it’s devices while also reducing our carbon footprint.
Reduced Toxic Emissions
When we burn fuel, whether it be coal, oil or wood, we produce toxic gases such as methane and carbon dioxide, also known as greenhouse gases. By capturing energy from the sun, however, we can create energy without endangering our ozone layer.
Cost Effective
When the first big pull towards solar energy occurred in the 1970’s, the price to install a unit did not justify its use. But, unlike other forms of energy, the true cost of solar panel installation and use has plummeted and now costs almost 100 times less than it did in 1977. Top that with additional tax credits upon purchasing a solar energy system to save you even more.
Solar energy is going to be the next big thing in technology as we continue looking for power and also stay concious about our own planet’s resources. Besides the occasional rainy or cloudy day, solar energy is hugely beneficial to your home. Let Fivestar Electric hook up your home to the sun!
Solar Energy Systems
Adding a solar unit to your home or office can be both an attractive and affordable way to reduce your carbon footprint, increase the value of your property and save on energy bills. And, with over 65,000 new solar energy systems being installed annually because of their increased affordability and big government incentive programs, now is the time to update your home with a solar photovoltaic system.
Benefits of Solar Energy Systems
Promotes Energy Independence
Unlike fossil fuels which are heavily taxed, the sun is a free and available resource. We can still enjoy our home and all it’s devices while also reducing our carbon footprint.
Reduced Toxic Emissions
When we burn fuel, whether it be coal, oil or wood, we produce toxic gases such as methane and carbon dioxide, also known as greenhouse gases. By capturing energy from the sun, however, we can create energy without endangering our ozone layer.
Cost Effective
When the first big pull towards solar energy occurred in the 1970’s, the price to install a unit did not justify its use. But, unlike other forms of energy, the true cost of solar panel installation and use has plummeted and now costs almost 100 times less than it did in 1977. Top that with additional tax credits upon purchasing a solar energy system to save you even more.
Solar energy is going to be the next big thing in technology as we continue looking for power and also stay concious about our own planet’s resources. Besides the occasional rainy or cloudy day, solar energy is hugely beneficial to your home. Let Fivestar Electric hook up your home to the sun!
Home Generators
Having a home standby generator on hand is a good idea for everyone, but especially for people in areas prone to bad weather and power outages.
Types of Home Generators
Portable
Portable home generators power a few basic essentials in your home until power is restored. They must be manually started and connected to necessary appliances. Portable models cost less than standby models, typically around $500-$1,500, but operate fewer appliances. They also come with the added danger of carbon monoxide risks when operated in improper locations.
Stationary or Standby
Typically natural gas or propane powered stationary generators cost more than portable models, in the $5,000-15,000 range, but can manage all or most of your home’s electrical needs when the power goes out. Used in conjunction with automatic transfer switches, they turn on automatically when the power goes out in order to prevent an interruption in service.
Home Generators
Having a home standby generator on hand is a good idea for everyone, but especially for people in areas prone to bad weather and power outages.
Types of Home Generators
Portable
Portable home generators power a few basic essentials in your home until power is restored. They must be manually started and connected to necessary appliances. Portable models cost less than standby models, typically around $500-$1,500, but operate fewer appliances. They also come with the added danger of carbon monoxide risks when operated in improper locations.
Stationary or Standby
Typically natural gas or propane powered stationary generators cost more than portable models, in the $5,000-15,000 range, but can manage all or most of your home’s electrical needs when the power goes out. Used in conjunction with automatic transfer switches, they turn on automatically when the power goes out in order to prevent an interruption in service.
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