The Best Lighting Types and Arrangements for Your Kitchen
March 18

The Best Lighting Types and Arrangements for Your Kitchen

For many homes, the kitchen is the hub of the entire house. Kitchens are no longer just areas for preparing food. Rather, the kitchen is… View Article Read More

Why It’s Important to Get Your Home Electrical System Regularly Inspected
March 10

Why It’s Important to Get Your Home Electrical System Regularly Inspected

Electricity plays an integral role in supplying power to the many devices you use in your home on a regular basis. Electrical issues are a… View Article Read More

What Are GFCIs? Why Do I Need Them in and Around My Home?
February 28

What Are GFCIs? Why Do I Need Them in and Around My Home?

Although electricity is incredibly useful, it can also be incredibly dangerous if not properly respected and safely used. That’s why you must always be aware… View Article Read More

Space Heaters and Electrical Safety
February 10

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

Why Hiring a Master Electrician (As Opposed to a General Contractor) is Your Best Option
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

What Is the Reason for Energy Star Classification?
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

Seven Tips for Reducing Your Home Energy Usage
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

Eight Tips for Taking the ‘Shock’ Out of Holiday Decorating
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

Three Tips for Avoiding Electrical Emergencies at Thanksgiving
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

Chirping Smoke Detector? Low Batters, Broken Detector, or Sign of an Electrical Problem?
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