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The weather is warming up and it’s almost time to start using our docks again for swimming a recreation. If you have electric that runs to your dock, it’s important that everything is working properly for you safety and the safety of those who use your dock. Read on to get a few safety tips from our electrical contracting team at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Test All GFCIs  You must have GFCIs at your dock receptacles. The purpose of a GFCI is to measure a circuit's current and if something is not right, it will trip the GFCI and cut off the power. This is especially important around water because it can sense when there is electric current going into the water. It is a good idea to test your GFCIs once a month. Typically, you can find them along the ramp of your dock. Contact a Professional for Repairs  It's always best to contact your  local electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks  if an issue with your electric at your dock arises. There are a lot of home projects that

When you need electrical work completed at your business, choosing the right commercial electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks is important. If you’re wondering the best way to choose an electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks for your next project, Catalyst Electric has five tips for you to consider. #1 Outline Your Needs  Not every electrician is right for all electrical jobs - especially when you are dealing with commercial work. You should outline what your business' electrical needs are, then ask plenty of questions to ensure that the electrician that you are hiring is qualified to do the work. Do you need major work done or are the improvements minor? You should also consider your timeframe and be upfront from the start with your desired timeframe to get the project completed. #2 Only Hire a Commercial Electrical Contractor that is Licensed and Insured!  As a business owner, you probably already know that you should only hire an electrical contractor that is licensed a

Catalyst Electric takes pride in being the premier local electrical contracting company, affirmed by a Readers’ Choice Award for “Best Electrician” in the latest Lake Sun Leader poll. We are full service electrical contractors at the Lake of the Ozarks and we can tackle jobs both large and small. Catalyst Electric runs their company on the belief that integrity pays the bills. While all companies have the opportunity to do the job correctly, Catalyst Electric considers that opportunity a necessity. Read on to find a few of our services and how we can help with your next project. Residential  Our  residential electrical services at the Lake of the Ozarks  focus on a variety of installs and repairs. Our team is well qualified to service all areas of electrical systems. We can do just about anything but below are some of the specific residential electrical services we offer:  Electrical Wiring for New Construction  Remodeling Rewiring Adding an Electrical Outlet  Back U

It’s never to early to start teaching kids about fire safety! Unfortunately, house fires occur on a daily basis, so teaching kids at a young age about fire safety is important. A great place to begin is to teach a lesson on smoke detectors. Smoke detectors are extremely important in your home and could save your life if a fire were to start in your home. Curious about how to teach kids about smoke detectors? Read on to get some tips from our electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks . Get the Kids Involved!  It’s recommended to change your smoke detector batteries 1-2 times per year. When it’s time to change your batteries, take this opportunity to teach your kids about the importance of smoke detectors. Let them help change the batteries and explain the importance of caring for your smoke detectors in your home. Sound off the smoke alarms so they know what they sound like and will be able to recognize the sound in the event of a fire. Explain that when they hear it sound off it’s