Catalyst Electric

Spring will be here before we know it which means boating season is on its way. If you own a dock at the Lake of the Ozarks, it's important to ensure your dock's electrical is working properly and safe for nearby swimmers. Docks that lack proper safety features on their electrical system can be extremely dangerous and sometimes fatal. Winter weather and temperature changes can affect your dock's electrical system, so it's best to get your dock inspected every year. Read on to get a few dock safety tips from Catalyst Electric ! Hire a Professional Electrical Contractor  A lot of people think they can fix issues that arise on their own. While there are a lot of home projects that you are more than capable of tackling on your own, electricity needs to be taken seriously. When the electricity is located near the water, it adds an added danger to the mix. Any time you think there is an issue with your dock, contact only the  best electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks...

You probably don’t think about your home’s electrical system often...but maybe you should! Just because your lights and your appliances are working doesn’t mean your wiring is. This is true for both older newer homes, but especially for homes that are more than 40 years old. Not sure if your home’s wiring could use an update or inspection? Read on to learn more from our expert electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Why Should I Update My Wiring Anyway? First and foremost - safety. Electrical safety should never be taken lightly because tragic house fires due to electricity happen every day. According to the National Fire Protection Association, faulty wiring is the leading cause for residential fires. In addition to safety, bad wiring can effect your homes functionality and realizability. With the increase in power needs from more appliances, bigger appliances, and increased technology, if you live in an older home your existing wiring likely isn’t keeping up with your elect...

Whether you are a home owner, a business owner, or both - being without power for any amount of time is inconvenient, and sometimes can even cause you to lose money. We often think of the obvious reasons for power outages like a bad a thunderstorm but did you know there are many reasons that could leave your home or business without power? Today our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to share with you 5 situations that could cause a power outage. #1 Winter Ice Storms  Of course, now one of the biggest cause of a power outage is the chance of winter weather, especially ice storms. Ice storms can cause havoc on power lines. When ice forms on power lines, the lines get heavy and have the potential to snap. Power is even more crucial during the harsh winter months because often when you do not have power, you don't have heat either. Installing a backup generator can give you peace of mind that you will never have to go without heat during t...

Are you looking for a reliable commercial electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks to handle your business's electrical system needs? From small updates to new construction, you can count on Catalyst Electric! Although we are a small local electrical contraction company at the Lake of the Ozarks , we have the capabilities to tackle large scale projects too! Read on to learn more about a few of our commercial electrical services! Lighting Retrofits  Lighting retrofits are a way to upgrade your lighting to be more energy efficient. We do this by upgrading your fixtures. Not only will this save you money by being more efficient, we can also help you with utility rebate assistance. For more information about Light Retrofits for your business, read our blog  We Can Save YOU Money at Your Business. Cable and Data Wiring  If you are a new business or an existing business that needs to update their cable and data wiring, we can help! From phone lines to internet cable, we ...

Have you heard? Catalyst Electric is now certified to install solar energy systems! Have you considered installing solar energy at the Lake of the Ozarks but you aren't sure where to start? Our team of electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks is excited to offer this service in the Lake Area and we are proud to say that we took the time to learn the ins and outs of solar energy and we're now certified. On the fence about solar energy? Read on to find out 5 reasons you should invest in solar energy at your home or business! #1 Reduce or Eliminate Your Electric Bill  One of the biggest reasons people decide to install solar energy is to save money. Whether you are a homeowner or a business owner, your electricity costs can take up a big portion of your monthly expenses. A solar panel system creates free energy for your home or business and even if you can't power everything with solar, you can still dramatically reduce your energy bill. #2 Earn a Great Return on Inve...