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Why KOHLER is the BEST Backup Generator!

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There are many great benefits of installing a backup generator at your home or business. Let's face it, no one wants to lose power and when it happens and you don't already have a backup generator installed, it will be too late. It's best to plan ahead and install a backup generator at the Lake of the Ozarks so you have peace of mind at your home or business. When you have Catalyst Electric install a backup generator, we only install top quality products. Our brand of choice is KOHLER and for a good reason! KOHLER has the best backup generators on the market, and today, we're going to tell you why! KOHLER Generators  Catalyst Electric is certified KOHLER generator installers! We want to provide our customers with the best products and services and that's why we choose KOHLER Generators. A KOHLER generator is installed outside of your home or business much like an AC unit and comes on automatically within seconds of a power outage. KOHLER generators have

GFCI Outlets - Explained

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Did you know that your home is equipped with different types of outlets? One type of outlet that your home should have is GFCI outlets. GFCI stands for ground fault circuit interrupter. These outlets are designed for added safety in high moisture areas of your home. These outlets are essential for protecting your home's electrical system and today, our expert electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to discuss more about GFCI outlets! GFCI Outlets Explained  GFCI outlets are designed to protect your homes electrical system, specifically in high moisture areas. GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupters) protect you and your family from electrical shock. If you are wondering if you have GFCI outlets in your home, they are easy to identify. GFCI outlets can be identified by the "test" and "reset buttons on the face of the outlets.  How Do GFCI Outlets Work? The purpose of these outlets is to prevent serious electrical shock and also reduce the risk

Fall Energy Saving Tips

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Fall is almost here and things will begin to start to slow down as summer comes to a close. Fall is a great time of year to do some maintenance on your home. Doing some home maintenance this fall can help you save on energy costs and who doesn't love saving money? Today our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks has some tips for saving energy this fall and through the winter months. HVAC System  A big way to conserve energy is by adjusting your heating and cooling. One of the best parts about fall is the gorgeous weather have! Typically, once Fall hits the temperatures begin to drop. Although, sometimes Missouri weather can be crazy and have a mind of its own. During a typical Fall, when the weather begins to cool off, why not give your HVAC system a break and open up the windows? This will give your home a chance to air out and your HVAC system can take a break, which can help you save big time on your energy bill. Of course, once it starts to cool off,

Year-Round Solution for Energy Savings with Really BIG Fans!

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There is something we can all agree on, whether you are a business owner or a homeowner - we all like saving money! Our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks are certified installers of Big Ass Fans , that can be used in both industrial settings and residential settings to cool your business or home and save energy! Read on to learn more about the benefit of installing a Big Ass Fan ! About Big Ass Fans  Big Ass Fans are a year-round solution for energy savings and cooling! They can make a space feel up to 10 degrees cooler in the summer and save up to 30% on energy bills in the winter . Their fan technology involves a really big fan moving slowly but moving a ton of air. Read on to learn more about their solutions for every application. Agriculture  If you're in the agriculture industry you know how hot it can get. Keeping your animals healthy is important to you. Big Ass Fans not only thermal comfort but also herd health. Big Ass Fans are an e