Space Heaters and Electrical Safety
When temperatures drop, it’s nice to have a warm, cozy home. If you want to keep things toasty without increasing your heating bill too much,… View Article Read More
January 20
Why Hiring a Master Electrician (As Opposed to a General Contractor) is Your Best Option
If you need electrical work performed in your home, especially during a major renovation, you should hire a master electrician rather than a general contractor…. View Article Read More
January 10
What Is the Reason for Energy Star Classification?
Over the last decade or so, there has been a push to make home appliances and other big-ticket items more energy efficient. The result has… View Article Read More
December 18
Seven Tips for Reducing Your Home Energy Usage
There are many ways to reduce your energy usage and save money on utility bills. Some of these are low cost and easy to implement…. View Article Read More
December 1
Eight Tips for Taking the ‘Shock’ Out of Holiday Decorating
The holidays are a time to gather with friends and family, to celebrate the previous year and to make resolutions to start anew in the… View Article Read More
November 20
Three Tips for Avoiding Electrical Emergencies at Thanksgiving
Everyone looks forward to spending time with loved ones and enjoying delicious food at Thanksgiving. But having so many dishes cooking at once can turn… View Article Read More
November 9
Chirping Smoke Detector? Low Batters, Broken Detector, or Sign of an Electrical Problem?
GVEC Home® has provided electrical expertise and services in Gonzales and throughout South Central Texas since 1938! Something you may not think about calling an… View Article Read More
October 20
Circuit Breaker Won’t Reset? Here’s What You Need to Do
Updated: Aug 31, 2023 The sudden loss of electricity in a portion of your home naturally sends you to the circuit breaker box. A loose… View Article Read More
October 10
Why Loose Electrical Outlets Are Dangerous and How to Fix Them
Over time, the electrical outlets in your home can get loose. You may notice this as the box wobbles or the plug slips out of… View Article Read More
September 26
The National Electric Code and Why It Matters
While most of us are unaware of the protections in place under the National Electrical Code (NEC), it’s a good idea to understand how it… View Article Read More
