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Every home or building’s electrical system includes a means of disconnecting power to protect it from damage or fire in the event of an overload or short circuit. Two common types of these safety devices are fuse boxes and circuit breakers. Dixie Electric, Air & Plumbing employs trained and professional

Light bulbs can be expensive to replace when you’re talking about the total number you have throughout your home. Replacing them because they’ve burned out quickly is frustrating and hard on the budget.  There are several reasons why light bulbs prematurely burn out. By being aware of these factors, you

When homes are built, the typical focus of the contractor regarding electric outlets is that they’re present. Little or no thought is given to convenience, technology or the specific uses of interior spaces. With the amount of technology used in homes today for much more than entertainment, the need for

There are several reasons why you should consider converting to LED lighting in your home or business. LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. LED lights have many perks when compared to traditional incandescent bulbs and fluorescent lights, making them an increasingly popular lighting choice. Dixie Electric, Plumbing & Air employs

You’ve worked hard to get the home of your dreams to make it what you want. Why not take it to the next level of beauty and design with landscape lighting. It’s easy to get your glow on by illuminating outdoor spaces such as gardens, pathways, trees and buildings. Well-placed

Outdoor landscape lighting is a popular trend in the home-improvement industry. According to Houzz, 90% of people who have professional landscape lighting installed on their properties say they would do it again. If you’re thinking about adding some lights outside your home, here are just some of the reasons why:

Installing an electric vehicle (EV) charging station at home can offer several benefits for EV owners. Here are some of the main advantages of an EV charging station installation: Convenience: With a home EV charging station, you can recharge your vehicle overnight while you sleep, ensuring that it’s ready to

The only thing better than owning an electric vehicle (EV) is having a Home EV charging station. There are several advantages, including: The ultimate in convenience. Your EV can recharge while you sleep, so it’ll be ready in the morning when you are. Keep money in your wallet. Because residential

Many people think of energy efficiency only as an HVAC issue. But did you know your electrician can help retrofit your home to make it more energy efficient?  Here are three retrofitting methods that can help reduce your energy consumption and save you money on your energy bills: Upgrading your

Expect the best and prepare for the worst. It’s a common saying that applies to many situations, one of which is a power outage in the winter. At a minimum, being without electricity is inconvenient. The worst case scenario is the risk to your health and safety should you find