How We Can Help With Your Home Renovation Make Sure Your Electrical Needs Are Covered Are you planning a home remodeling project for this winter? Whether you are tackling a bathroom update or a laundry room makeover, your to-do list likely includes things.....
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Reduce Your Electricity Use—and Your Electric Bill Creative Ways to Conserve Electricity at Home As we celebrate the start of a new year, consider making a resolution to conserve your electricity use in 2021. Not only will you help out our planet, but.....
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Consider LED Lighting Options for Your Household Needs Understanding the Advantages of LED Lighting Are you thinking of installing under cabinet kitchen lighting in your Akron home? Perhaps you have been wanting to update light bulbs throughout your home to.....
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What Is the Difference Between Lumens and Watts? Tips for Selecting New Light Bulbs Imagine this scenario: You go to a local hardware store to stock up on light bulbs and realize that your trusted 60-watt incandescent bulbs are no longer on the shelves. The.....
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Follow This Advice To Decorate Safely Many homeowners enjoy decorating their homes, both inside and outside, to celebrate the winter holidays. While we don’t want to scare you, we do want to remind you of some important holiday electrical safety tips. Even if you.....
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Leave These Projects to the Professionals We understand the popularity of do-it-yourself (DIY) home projects. It can be satisfying to do the hands-on work and transform a space in your house! However, in most cases, the label “DIY” should not be applied to.....
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Is Your Home’s Electric System Ready for Winter? Be Aware of Cold Weather Electrical Problems During the colder months in Greater Cleveland, most of us will see an uptick in our electric usage. Between running the heat around the clock and using electric blankets.....
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Utilize an Electrician for a Safe, Successful Project When temperatures drop and we all begin to spend more time indoors, many of us wish for more space. Many homeowners look to their basement to provide additional square footage for their families to enjoy. Basement.....
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How a Professional Electrician Can Help Your Project Be a Success Are you planning to tackle some projects at your Cleveland home this fall? While your first thoughts during project planning may not be to call your local electrician, we highly recommend you do so......
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Advantages of a Professional Home Electrical System Inspection Whether you are a new homeowner in Akron or you have lived in your Cuyahoga Falls home for 20 years, there are many common electrical issues that occur in houses of any age or size. As part of your.....
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Call a Professional to Safely Perform All Electrical Work This summer, as we continue to socially distance while beating the Northeast Ohio heat, many homeowners are taking the plunge and splurging on the installation of a new pool. Above-ground pools are particularly.....
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Professional Electricians Can Modernize Your Home From beautiful historic homes in Shaker Heights to century farm houses in Geauga County, the Northeast Ohio region is filled with residential treasures. Older homes can be an excellent choice for homeowners who value.....
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Leave This Job to the Pros at Blue Collar Electricians Nothing beats enjoying a beautiful breeze while relaxing in your Streetsboro home on a hot summer day - well, almost nothing. It’s tough to beat amplifying that breeze or creating one when the winds.....
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Call Blue Collar Electricians to Handle Your Electrical To-Do List July in Hudson is the perfect time to reevaluate your home’s lighting and electrical needs and make some significant upgrades. Here are some ways that Blue Collar Electricians can help you.....
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Summer Electrical Tips for Cuyahoga Falls Staying Safe for the Summertime Can you think of a more highly anticipated season than summer 2020? We’ve been cooped up since March, and people in Northeast Ohio are ready to get out and get some sun. Summer is.....
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Typical Reasons to Call an Electrician in Stow, Ohio Why Your Neighbors in Stow Are Calling Blue Collar Electricians We live in a do-it-yourself world. It seems like there are many issues that you can solve for yourself by watching a video or reading a.....
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You and Your Entire Family Are Now Home Around the Clock. How Can You Reduce Utility Consumption During the Ohio Quarantine? As crazy as it sounds, the quarantine (or stay-at-home) policies put in place in many areas throughout the country have led to an.....
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The Quarantine Is a Great Time to Get Some Electrical Repairs Done Electricians Are Essential and Ready to Work in Your Home For working professionals in Aurora, Ohio, the COVID-19 stay-at-home order often means that it’s time to work from home. The kids.....
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Easy ways to improve your lifestyle. Mentor, Ohio is one of the fastest-growing communities in Northeast Ohio. It seems like homes are going daily, and the sprawling city is reaching further and further into the surrounding land at a rapid pace. But there.....
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Your Shaker Heights home might be sending you some signs. Is it time to change the electrical panel? Shaker Heights is home to some of the most beautiful homes in Cleveland. A trip around this city can return you to a different place in time. The Shaker.....
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Tips for finding a good electrician near Akron. Whether residential or commercial, here’s what to look for in an Akron electrical service provider. Blue Collar Electricians knows that there is a lot of competition for electricians in Akron. It’s a city that is.....
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Are you bringing your business to Chardon? Keep these Chardon commercial electrical tips in mind. Chardon is growing, and there’s no stopping it! This Geauga County, Ohio town has become a hotbed for commercial space and restaurateurs. Many local businesses are.....
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Something’s burning, and it’s not the entrée! Kitchen electrical damage can cripple your business. Here’s how you avoid it! Akron is bustling right now and new establishments are popping up left and right. With projects like the Retail Revival joint.....
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They are still street sweeping the streamers from the concrete in Times Square. But, it’s never too early to think about the electricity in your commercial space in 2020. Commercial electricians in Northeast Ohio are in high demand. Even traditionally.....
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The New Year Is Just Around the Corner Is Your Home Smart Enough for 2020? Transparent refrigerators? Beds that monitor your sleep? A toilet that can…well, we don’t need to get into that just yet. Let’s just say that the smart home of 2020 makes life easier so.....
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Northeast Ohio is getting ready to chill out. Be safe when you try to heat up! According to the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), space heaters are responsible for a frightening amount of fires each year. Each year, they are responsible for about 43% of.....
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October is National Outdoor Lighting Month. There’s no better time to light up the night! October is National Outdoor Lighting Month, and it’s just in time! In a few weeks, you’ll have all sorts of ghosts and goblins walking up the drive to your house in order.....
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Pumpkin spice is in the air. Here are some electrical upgrades you must have to enjoy fall in Northeast Ohio! Fall in Geauga County Ohio is a magical time. The changing leaves are gorgeous, the parks are full of color, and, yes, the smell of pumpkin spice lattes waft.....
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It’s back-to-school time, and that means that we need to get re-educated on fall electrical maintenance tips. Summer fun is done, and we move from enjoying our outdoor spaces to our cocoons inside where we will remain until Mother Nature decides that Northeast Ohio.....
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What are they going to charge me for now? We’ve all felt that way when getting an estimate. When you don’t know the ins and outs of someone else’s trade, it’s easy to assume that they are walking around your home just looking for ways to squeeze a little more.....
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The fireflies are back, Akron. It’s the time of year we all look forward to in Akron. There is nothing better than sitting out on your patio, listening to serenading crickets, and enjoying the smell of fresh air while gazing up at the stars. It’s also that time.....
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Old Man Winter came and went in Geauga County Now it’s time to assess the damage! Sometimes it can be hard to discern whether we had a mild or hard winter in Geauga County. All we can say for certain is that winter came and went. It certainly left its.....
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It’s Hot Tub Installation Season Here Are Some Do's and Don’ts to Consider About Your Hot Tub Project! Many of us spend all winter dreaming up ways to spend our tax returns. One of the most popular rewards during tax season is buying a luxury hot tub that.....
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Electrical Upgrades Don’t Destroy Charm These Upgrades Can Save You Money Too Many residences in Geauga County are beautiful older homes. From turn-of-the-century farmhouses to the beautiful homes just outside the square in Chardon, Geauga County has a.....
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Lighting Trends You’ll LOVE Just in Time for Valentine’s Day! It’s time to head over to The Buckeye Chocolate Company to grab some treats and book your dinner at Square Bistro,because love is in the air across Northeast Ohio! Electricians near you aren’t.....
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Ask the Blue Collar Pros: Flickering Lights Our electricians are always ready to help our customers. With that in mind, we thought it might be fun to give you some answers to some of the questions we are asked by our customers every day. This should help give you some.....
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When you think about holiday lighting, there’s always one movie that comes to mind. Unlike the storyline in the movie, the experts at Blue Collar share some tips on how to create a beautifully decorated home safely. For trademark purposes, we.....
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When you’re working on a home improvement or remodeling project, you should always call in a professional electrician, like the experts at Blue Collar Electricians, to handle any electrical work involved. Licensed electricians are trained to carefully execute.....
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Dealing with electrical issues is no fun! But, how exactly do you know if you’re having an electrical issue? There are a few tell-tale signs that show that you’re having an electrical issue. The signs below can assist you in preventing a major electrical problem in.....
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Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking for an upgrade, the process of buying a home is extensive and can be overwhelming. When you first walk in during a tour or open house, the first thing you notice is the overall appearance of the home. One of the last.....
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If you’re in the process of building a home or already comfortably settled, outdoor electrical outlets are a great thing to consider for home improvement. Sure, it may seem unnecessary to have outlets outdoors - you already have outlets and all of your electronics.....
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Many people have experienced plugging in an electrical item, trying to turn it on, and then having it not work. It's frustrating - you may have tried to turn it on and off several times without results. This is a common problem - here are 3 reasons why your electrical.....
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When the time comes and you need a service done at your home, you probably take some time to search for the right person. You don't just want any old person to come into your house and mess around with your electric system, plumbing, or other systems. You want someone.....
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"Brownout" is a term that has only been in our vernacular for a few decades now, because it wasn't an issue until America became obsessed with air conditioning. When you think about it, it makes sense that we would have more power outages in the summer. In the winter,.....
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Summertime is a great time to tackle some of those projects that a cold Northeast Ohio winter has had you putting off. The snow has finally thawed, and from Chardon to Cleveland, people are finally starting to peek their heads out and get back to work on their homes. .....
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When most of us think about surge protection, we think of a power strip on steroids. When you bought your smart TV or your new computer, the guy at the store told you it was a good idea to grab one, so you got it. But what about all of the appliances in your home.....
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The electrical panel is the command center of your home’s electricity. It is where all of the electricity in your home is distributed to the rest of the house, and if you are having issues with power in your home, it’s the logical place to start troubleshooting. We.....
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Springtime is always a great time to change the look of your home’s interior. You’re already spring cleaning, so why not change the look of your home with some great new lighting! Some changes are as simple as swapping out your lamp or fixture. Others might.....
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If you’ve been in your home for a long time, there are some electrical phenomena that might occur that you think are just “quirks” of an older home, when they really might be indicators that your electrical panel needs an upgrade. Not only can an outdated panel.....
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We live in a world where everything lasts longer, works better, looks more beautiful and saves more money than ever before. LED lighting holds true for every one of those qualifiers. Are you late to the LED party? If so, here are some reasons you might want to think.....
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Every so often, we think it’s a good idea to have a heating and cooling technician come out and inspect our furnace and air conditioning to make sure everything is working as it should. The main reason we do this? Safety. The secondary reason? Efficiency. Both are.....
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You’ve just settled down to enjoy a nice cup of cocoa and enjoy binge-watching your favorite show on Netflix. It’s Geauga County in the winter, so the snow is piling up, and the winds outside are howling. But you are in your own little cocoon. Wrapped up in a.....
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Every year around the holidays we hear a story about a Northeast Ohio family who won’t be able to enjoy their Christmas presents because they had a fire in their home that destroyed their gifts and their home. Sometimes there is a silver lining because they escape.....
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As we approach the end of the year, there is an increased focus on our household budgets. There are many expenses associated with the holidays, and although our expenses increase, our income usually does not. Unfortunately, our electric bills can increase as well,.....
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The problem arises. You grab your toolbelt. You put on your safety goggles. You even throw on a hard hat to look the part. Your dark washed jeans pour over the tops of your construction boots as they pound down the stairs towards your circuit box. You open the.....
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Outdoor holiday lighting has been taken to the next level. In Cleveland, to see really great holiday lights meant a drive to Public Square or Nela park to check out the holiday displays. Sure, your town might have a department store with a string of lights around.....
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Once the power goes out, it’s too late to check your generator to make sure it’s ready. We’ve seen disaster strike throughout the country as this summer has drawn to a close, and it really brings preparedness to the forefront. Whether it’s flooding and high.....
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We don’t like to think about it, but pretty soon those leaves are going to change colors. Then they are going to fall to the ground. Then we’re going to rake them up. And after that? Snow. And more snow. While some people are excited to test out their.....
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As the air in Northeast Ohio turns crisp and the leaves start swirling in the wind, we start to move indoors for the winter. It only makes sense that our power consumption would increase during the fall, and in turn, our electric budget goes up incrementally. Many.....
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We’ve all imagined that worst case scenario playing out in our living room. The family is gathered around on a stormy night, watching a scary movie, when a flash of lightning illuminates the sky. There is a loud BOOM, and the television bursts into.....
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Northeastern Ohio is full of beautiful, older homes. A short drive down Cleveland’s legendary “Millionaire’s Row” alone reveals the grandiose architecture that defined a bygone era in the area’s history. Some of those huge homes are now repurposed as.....
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Bond. James Bond. When you are an undercover agent, it’s important to keep secrets. But when you hire an electrician to work in your home or office you don’t want any surprises. Often a friend or family member will suggest someone they know to do the work.....
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The book Electronics Basics: Fundaments of Electricity for Dummies exists, but we don’t recommend you pick it up with the intention of tackling a wiring job on your own. Why not? It’s simple: Electricity can be very dangerous. Now as a homeowner or business.....
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You usually think of picking up the phone to call an electrician when you have a problem—the power in a section of your home isn’t working or you’ve discovered a faulty wiring job. But do you think of calling a certified electrician to help you upgrade your home?.....
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