Catalyst Electric

Finding the best commercial or residential electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks to complete your electrical work is important. Electrical work is a technical skill and if it's not done correctly, your safety could be at risk. That's why your choice of an electrical contractor at the Lake of the Ozarks is an important choice to make. Not sure how to choose the right electrician? Read on to find out! Your Choice of Electrician Should Be Licensed and Insured  You should never hire an electrician that is not licensed and insured. This is important becasue when your electrician is properly licensed you can rest assured that they are taking the necessary steps to know about electrical code standards and safety. The owners at Catalyst Electric are Journeymen and Master Electricians licensed in Jefferson City, Missouri. The insurance is also extremely important in case an accident occurs. Your Choice of Electrician Should Be Experienced  When you are looking for the best ...

Light bulbs have come a long way since they were first invented. It seems like today a vast majority of people are eager to purchase the latest and greatest when it comes to electronics, cell phones, etc. But what about the technological advances in light bulbs? Sure, a light bulb isn't as entertaining as a new cell phone or the latest tablet but there are some great advantages to switching to technologically advanced LED light bulbs. Not sure what all the hype is about? Your favorite electrician company at the Lake of the Ozarks has put together five advantages of switching to LED bulbs. #1 LED Longevity  One of the most significant advantages of switching to LED bulbs is the lifespan, especially when you compare them to traditional incandescent light bulbs. On average, an LED bulb can last between 50,000 to 100,000 operating hours more which equates to 2-4 times as long.  #2 Energy Efficiency Energy efficiency is another huge advantage to making the switch t...

Some people say it's too early to put up the Christmas decorations while others have already started or plan to put up the lights and tree very soon. Regardless of your viewpoint on if it's too early to string the lights and put up the tree, it's never too early to start thinking about Christmas lights safety! Your home lit up with lights inside and out is a beautiful site and just puts you right in the holiday spirit! With that being said, you should also keep safety in mind this holiday season and your trusted electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks have few safety tips to consider this holiday season. Inspect Your Lights  If you are getting out your lights from last year, be sure to check them carefully for cracks and frayed ends.  Keep Your Live Tree Watered If you have a live tree, it is important to keep it well watered. Not only will this keep your tree green and looking great, but it will also keep it from drying out. Electric lights and a dry tr...

The electrical panel in your home is responsible for bringing electricity into your home and then routing the electricity where it needs to go. Your electrical panel has an important job and you want to make sure that everything is in working order at all times. You also want to ensure that your electrical panel is working efficiently. If your homes electrical system is not running efficiently, it may be time to upgrade your electrical panel. Not sure what merits upgrading your homes electrical panel?  Catalyst Electric , your team or  certified electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks  have a few scenarios in which you may want to consider upgrading.  Your Panel is Equipped with Fuses  If your home was built before 1970, it is possible that your electrical panel runs off of fuses rather than circuit breakers. While they both serve the same purpose, a fuse box will not trip if they are overloaded, which could cause it to melt, or short...